Marijuana was illegal almost everywhere in the world in the early 20th century. One hundred years later, its recreational and medicinal use is decriminalized to varying degrees in different countries, mainly in Europe and America; however, more and more nations are joining the legalization of this plant.
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What are the countries where the use of cannabis is currently allowed? We tell you.
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Countries where recreational cannabis is legal:
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The possession of a maximum of seven grams of cannabis and the cultivation of four plants per person is authorized for those over 18 years of age. More than seven, and up to 28 grams, the possessor risks being fined 100 euros (about 113 dollars).
Uruguay
Uruguay was the first country in the world to regulate the cannabis market in 2013, with the legalization of its recreational use. The population can carry and share up to 30 grams of legal marijuana in public.
Mexico
In 2021, Mexico approved the annulment of the ban on the recreational use of cannabis. The resolution establishes that marijuana can be planted, collected, transported and distributed without penalty, only when it is for personal use.
Canada
In 2018, the Canadian Senate approved the legalization of cannabis for recreational production and consumption.
USA
In total, there are 16 US states that allow the recreational use of cannabis: Alaska, California, Oregon, Washington, Nevada, Colorado, Michigan, Illinois, Massachusetts, Maine and Vermont, as well as Washington, DC, New Jersey, South Dakota, Montana, Arizona, and New York.
However, in states like Kentucky, it is solely authorized for medicinal purposes. As a result, patients must see a qualified medical professional who will assess their condition before they can obtain a Kentucky medical marijuana card and purchase marijuana.
Georgia
The country legalized the recreational use of marijuana in 2018.
South Africa
In 2018, the South African Constitutional Court legalized the consumption and cultivation of cannabis in private spaces.
Holland
The possession, consumption and sale of up to five grams of cannabis has been tolerated since 1976 in “coffee shops”.
Jamaica
Jamaica authorized the sale of marijuana for medicinal and recreational use in 2015. Under the Jamaican Hazardous Substances Act, possession of two or more ounces of cannabis is a criminal offense and the possessor can be arrested and prosecuted. instance in which it is decided whether to pay a fine or, on the contrary, go to jail.
Portugal
This country decriminalized the possession of all drugs for personal use in 2001.
Countries where medical cannabis is legal:
At the end of 2020, The UN recognized the medicinal properties of cannabis and removed this plant from the classification of the most dangerous drugs.
Although its consumption for recreational purposes is still being debated, its medicinal use has gained ground in the treatment of diseases such as oncology, those that affect the uterus (endometriosis), the nervous system (neuropathic), multiple sclerosis, some forms of epilepsy, nausea and vomiting derived from chemotherapy, among others.
Argentina
In November 2020, Argentines approved a regulation on medicinal cannabis, which includes self-cultivation by patients and free provision by the State.
Chili
In 2015, its use for personal consumption and medicinal purposes was regulated.
Colombia
Medical marijuana regulation was passed in 2017.
Ecuador
Valid from December 17, 2019.
Panama
The National Assembly of Panama approved a law that regulates the therapeutic and medicinal use of cannabis in August 2021.
Paraguay
Paraguay legalized medical cannabis in 2017.
Peru
They approved its use in February 2019, but self-cultivation or collective cultivation is not allowed, only import, distribution and marketing licenses were authorized.
LikewisePeru, Israel, the Czech Republic, Croatia, Denmark, Brazil, Sri Lanka, Thailand, the United Kingdom, Puerto Rico, Ireland, Australia and Germany approved measures for its medicinal use.
This Tuesday, the Parliament of Spain took a first step to legalize the medicinal use of cannabis for certain diseases such as cancer, with a prescription and for sale only in pharmacies, endorsing its possible regulation with the option of expanding its use to “therapeutic indications”. “.
What is the situation in Colombia?
In Colombia, the plenary session of the House of Representatives sank at the end of last year a draft legislative act that sought to regulate the adult consumption of cannabis.
With a presentation by representative Juan Fernando Reyes, with 71 votes for yes and 46 for no, the proposal to file the project was approved.
Article 49 of the Political Constitution of 1991 prohibits “the possession and consumption of narcotic or psychotropic substances except for medical prescription” and those who have drugs in their possession for marketing purposes are punished by the regulations. For this reason, the minimum dose is allowed.
In fact, Law 30 of 1986 gives the green light for a citizen to carry certain prohibited substances without exceeding the limits.
The rule states that the amount of marijuana to be carried must not exceed twenty (20) grams (hashish marijuana).
Regarding medicinal cannabis, last February resolution 227 of 2022 was issued, which establishes all the necessary mechanisms for the industrial use of cannabis in sectors such as: food, beverages and also textile uses.
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