Steven Debbaut

Steven Debbaut is postdoctoral researcher in Criminology at the Vrije Universiteit Brussel (VUB) in Belgium. His research delves into the intersections of drug policy, police legitimacy, and the self-legitimacy of law enforcement officers. Through publications on drug criminalisation, enforcement, and the cultural frameworks within police institutions, Debbaut provides critical insights into the moral-philosophical foundations of drug criminalisation, the societal impacts of enforcement...See more

Steven Debbaut is postdoctoral researcher in Criminology at the Vrije Universiteit Brussel (VUB) in Belgium. His research delves into the intersections of drug policy, police legitimacy, and the self-legitimacy of law enforcement officers. Through publications on drug criminalisation, enforcement, and the cultural frameworks within police institutions, Debbaut provides critical insights into the moral-philosophical foundations of drug criminalisation, the societal impacts of enforcement practices, and the cultural aspects of police work. See less