Note:
2001 was taken as reference as it was the year that have information for most countries. To see the evolution of the proportion of victims under the age of 25 years per country, see graphic in the 2005 statistical bulletin.
Sources:
Reitox national reports 2004, taken from national mortality registries or special registries (forensic or police). Based on "national definitions" as presented in 2005 statistical bulletin, methodological notes on drug-related deaths.