> What is the damage to society and economy an average criminal causes over the course of a year? Those incarcerated for drug use could potentially be making t

> What is the damage to society and economy an average criminal causes over the course of a year? Those incarcerated for drug use could potentially be making the government a profit. The only negative effects on society are associated with the supply line, not the individual's behaviour. If some drugs were legalised the net benefit to society would be positive, increased income via taxation and improved relations between the police and the public(a large portion of which are drugs users).