According to the information outlined in the explanatory note, the analysis of legislation conducted revealed inconsistencies in the use of terms related to narcotic, psychotropic, and potent substances. The draft law aims to update outdated definitions and unify legal norms.
Key changes:
- Within the Civil Procedure Code, the term "narcotic substances" will be replaced with a more detailed definition — "potent substances, narcotic drugs, psychotropic substances, and their analogues and precursors." This pertains to Articles 290 and 291, which relate to the grounds for recognizing a citizen as partially capable.
- The Code on Children will update the list of prohibited areas for the use of child labor, replacing "narcotic and toxic drugs" with a more precise formulation that includes potent substances and their analogues.
- The Law on Advertising will introduce a ban on the advertisement of potent substances, psychotropic drugs, and precursors, expanding the already existing list.
This draft law has been developed in accordance with the resolution of the Jogorku Kenesh dated January 31, 2024, with the aim of combating the illegal trafficking of synthetic drugs among youth.
The developers of the document assert that the proposed changes do not create social or economic risks, do not require additional budget expenditures, and do not impact entrepreneurial activities. The main goal is the legal adjustment of terminology and the strengthening of measures to prevent the abuse of dangerous substances.
