Arrests for Possession of a Controlled Substance

Since Oregon recriminalized, 2,595 people have been arrested solely on charges of possession of a controlled substance. Significantly more were arrested for possession along with additional crimes.

Click or tap on the county to see the total number of arrests for possession of a controlled substance.

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Sherman and Wheeler counties had no PCS arrests during this time period.

Data spans Sept. 1, 2024 to Aug. 20, 2024.

Chart: Michelle Wiley/OPBSource: Oregon Criminal Justice Commission