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The legalization of marijuana has been approved in Germany as well, with parliamentary permission granted; now rules will be in place. Despite opposition from the opposition and health organizations, voting took place in the German parliament to legalize marijuana. New regulations related to this will come into effect from April. In this report, find out why Germany has taken this step and what provisions will be made under the new rules.
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The German parliament voted on Friday to make it legal to possess and cultivate marijuana. Despite strong opposition from the opposition and medical organizations, permission has been granted, and rules related to it will be implemented from April. Read this report to learn about the changes Germany is making and the potential impact of the new rules.
With the implementation of the new law, Germany will join countries like Luxembourg and Malta where rules regarding marijuana are the most lenient. It's worth mentioning that Malta legalized recreational use of marijuana in 2021, and Luxembourg did so in 2023. In the Netherlands, rules related to it are lenient, but there has been an increasing strictness for tourists and non-residents in recent years.
New Rules in Germany
Under the new law, individuals will be allowed to take up to 25 grams of marijuana per day for personal use from regulated cannabis cultivation associations. Additionally, people can grow up to three plants at their homes. However, the new law also stipulates that possessing and using marijuana will remain illegal for anyone under the age of 18.
Purchasing from the Black Market
Reports indicate that the number of young people consuming marijuana in Germany has increased rapidly. Due to its illegality, they have to buy marijuana from the black market. According to the German Cannabis Association, marijuana purchased from the black market includes substances like sand, hairspray, talcum powder, spices, and even the use of glass and lead, which can be highly harmful to health.
Opposition Concerns
On the other hand, the opposition argues that the new law will only increase the risk to the health of young people. Opposition leaders have accused Chancellor Olaf Scholz's coalition government of introducing a new policy for its ideology, not for the benefit of the country. It is noteworthy that health organizations and medical associations have strongly criticized the legalization of marijuana under this law.
Public Opinion in Germany
Under the new law, cannabis social clubs will be introduced in Germany starting from July. Until now, permission to consume marijuana in Germany was only given to those dealing with a medical condition, and private use was prohibited. It is worth mentioning that according to a survey, 47% of the country's population supports this law, while 42% have expressed opposition to it.