Germany took a further step towards the legalization of cannabis for recreational purposes on Wednesday, with the adoption of a bill by the Council of Ministers, which will be accompanied by a prevention campaign aimed at young people.
Under the bill, which has yet to be debated and voted on by parliament, 18-year-olds will be able to purchase and possess up to 25 grams of cannabis.
This will make Germany one of the most liberal countries in Europe, following in the footsteps of Malta and Luxembourg, which have legalized recreational cannabis in 2021 and 2023 respectively.
Under the bill, it will also be possible to grow up to three cannabis plants for one’s own use.
The new legislation provides for the creation of non-profit associations whose adult members – their number is limited to 500 – will be able to grow the plant for their own consumption, under the supervision of the public authorities.
These self-named Cannabis Social Clubs will have a regulated activity as they will only be able to supply their members with 25 grams per day, with a maximum of 50 grams per month.
For young people aged 18 to 21, it will be a little less: 30 grams per month. These clubs will be monitored by the public authorities.
Cannabis consumption will have to take place outside these clubs, and will be prohibited within 200 meters of these clubs, schools, playgrounds, sports fields and youth associations.
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