[stereoabuse]

This could be an expanded version of the Good Samaritan Laws[0] with similar intent. The theory is that bystander of an overdose, likely fellow users, will be less wary to call emergency services if they know there is no possibility of catching their own possession charge. This isn't explicit in the article but has been discussed related to American harm reduction policy recommendations.

[0] https://www.gao.gov/products/gao-21-248