Fact Sheet
Substance Use Prevention and Harm ReductionHarm Reduction Legal Project
Summary of Constitutional Protections for Harm Reduction Programs
February 24, 2026
Overview
Harm reduction programs and clients face ongoing threats from law enforcement in many areas of the country. Additionally, programs and clients increasingly fear action by federal immigration officers. This resource provides an overview of relevant laws, including the legal rights that apply to individuals and organizations relative to drug paraphernalia and drug possession laws, and rights under the 4th and 5th Amendments. It also includes a list of additional resources.