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Alcohol still the most popular drug in Costa Rica

L. Arias - October 18, 2016

IAFA’s survey also found an increase in Ticos' consumption of marijuana, cocaine and crack, although the use of tobacco is on the decline.

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Costa Rica bans use of national symbols in liquor ads

L. Arias - July 24, 2016

As Costa Ricans celebrate one of the country's most patriotic holidays Monday, the ads for the beer they'll be drinking should, if legal, be notably...

Crime

Ban on growing marijuana for personal use challenged in Costa Rica Supreme Court

The Tico Times - October 9, 2015

Marijuana advocates are watching a new case this week before Costa Rica’s Supreme Court challenging an anti-drug law that bans growing marijuana here.

Crime

Spike in ketamine overdoses prompts tighter controls

L. Arias - October 1, 2015

Costa Rica's Health Ministry has included the anaesthetic ketamine in the country's list of controlled substances following an increase in overdoses.

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