›› Connecticut: Drug Climate

Powder cocaine and crack cocaine pose the greatest drug threat in Connecticut. Crack cocaine is a significant problem in the urban areas of the state.

• Cocaine
  Cocaine is widely abused in Connecticut. However, crack cocaine seems to dominate street level distribution. Jamaican and Hispanic groups are largely responsible for the cocaine supply in Connecticut.
• Heroin
  Heroin is readily available in Connecticut. Heroin is particularly popular in the Southwest and South Central districts of the state.
• Meth
  Methamphetamine is rarely distributed or abused in Connecticut.
• Club Drugs
  Ecstasy is readily available and has become a popular drug of choice among college age individuals residing in Connecticut. Organized Crime Groups are responsible for a portion of the distribution of ecstasy throughout the state.
• Marijuana
  Marijuana is readily available in all areas of Connecticut. The marijuana available in Connecticut is Mexico-produced and distributed by Mexican groups located in Arizona, southern California, and Texas. Locally produced marijuana is also available in Connecticut. Cannabis is cultivated indoors and outdoors in Connecticut.

 

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