09. YYZ Wisdom-Pt. 2 — Being Inside

The discussion shifts to the collision between chemsex and the criminal justice system. Reid recounts a harrowing false accusation of unlawful confinement that led to a terrifying detainment and a "negotiation with the universe" to quit meth. 

Meanwhile, Matthew shares the stark reality of spending 383 days in prison following an HIV non-disclosure charge. The episode examines the lasting trauma of incarceration, offering a critique of a system that criminalizes mental health and HIV status rather than offering support. 

If you’re looking for support, please explore our list of Chemsex resources/services. 

 

🔗 Other Resources Mentioned 

• Chemstories.ca: The central hub for the project and resources. 

• HIV Legal Network: Contextually relevant regarding HIV non-disclosure laws (though not explicitly named in the snippet, it's the implied legal framework). 

• Legal Aid Ontario: Implied through the discussion of navigating the court system.