Outlook

Cocaine will remain the primary drug of abuse in Wisconsin, particularly in metropolitan areas such as Milwaukee and Madison because of its ready availability. Mexican DTOs and criminal groups will likely remain the primary transporters and wholesale distributors of powdered cocaine because of transportation and distribution networks they have established in the state. Street gangs will continue to dominate the retail distribution of powdered and crack cocaine.

Marijuana will remain the most commonly available and widely abused drug in Wisconsin. Cannabis will continue to be cultivated indoors and outdoors throughout the state; however, marijuana from Mexico will remain most prevalent.

Methamphetamine abuse and availability will continue to increase, spreading to most areas of the state. Methamphetamine produced outside the state will remain the dominant type, but local methamphetamine production will continue to increase, particularly as demand for the drug increases.

Heroin will continue to pose a threat to Wisconsin. South American and Southeast Asian heroin will remain the predominant types available in the state.

MDMA and GHB abuse will continue, particularly among teenagers and young adults. Raves and dance clubs will remain the primary outlets for these drugs, but they will likely be sold at an increasing number of other venues. LSD and diverted pharmaceuticals will remain lower threats than other illicit drugs in Wisconsin.

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