Today, after decades of debate, the German Bundestag has given the green light to a major project of the traffic light coalition: the legalization of cannabis. The measure still requires approval from the Bundesrat, the German Council of States, where it is expected to pass without significant hurdles. The law proposes a controlled release of cannabis with various regulations. Adults over 18 would be allowed to possess up to 25 grams of cannabis for personal use, with the option to cultivate up to three plants at home. Smoking cannabis in many public spaces will also become legal, expectedly from 1 April. From July 1, cannabis would also be available in licensed not-for-profit clubs with no more than 500 members – all of whom would have to be adults. Only club members would be allowed to consume their output. Read the complete article here. |