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French National Assembly Passes Anti-Narcotrafic Bill in First Reading

The legislation, approved by 436 votes to 75, introduces strict measures against organized drug trafficking while raising civil liberties concerns.

L’Assemblée nationale a approuvé, mardi 1er avril 2025 en première lecture, une proposition de loi sénatoriale pour « sortir la France du piège du narcotrafic »,
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Narcotrafic: les députés adoptent la proposition de loi portée par Bruno Retailleau et Gérald Darmanin

Overview

  • The bill establishes the National Anti-Organized Crime Prosecutor's Office (Pnaco) to handle complex cases, operational by July 2026.
  • High-security detention regimes for dangerous traffickers, inspired by Italian anti-mafia laws, are a centerpiece of the legislation.
  • Algorithmic intelligence and remote activation of electronic devices will be piloted to enhance investigations, despite privacy concerns.
  • The controversial 'dossier-coffre,' limiting defense access to sensitive investigation details, was reinstated with restrictions after Assembly debates.
  • Provisions requiring encrypted messaging platforms to share communications with authorities were removed due to significant opposition.