Skiing, mountains, the Denver Broncos, Peyton Manning, ski lodges, hot cocoa and so much more. Colorado is home to beautiful terrain and amazing views. Colorado has its fair share of amazing qualities it also has its problems too. Heroin is huge in Colorado.

Mexican black tar heroin and brown powdered heroin are common in Colorado. New heroin users in Colorado are often young adults who smoke or snort the drug rather than inject it. This is due to a misconception that this practice is safer and less likely to lead to addiction.

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Marijuana is readily available in large quantities throughout Colorado. A highly powerful form of marijuana, called “BC Bud,” is also easily obtainable. The use and possession of small amounts of marijuana for sick and dying patients is allowed in the state. It provides protection against prosecution under state law.

Methamphetamine, a primary drug threat to Colorado, is commonly abused in homes, public venues such as nightclubs and raves, and other private locations. Crystal methamphetamine is becoming increasingly available throughout the State.

Club drugs are increasing in availability and use in Colorado. LSD in liquid form is readily available in the metropolitan areas. The diversion and abuse of OxyContin is a significant problem. Hydrocodone and Darvocet are the most commonly abused controlled substances.