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The Baltic Times: Cannabis policy reform in Lithuania: history, current status, and future challenges

Cannabis Law Report

On Tuesday, the Seimas greenlighted the draft bill that aims to decriminalize personal possession of small amounts of cannabis. The proposition envisaged the decriminalization not only of cannabis but other drugs, such as cocaine and heroin, as well. THC – the chemical that gives cannabis its characteristic effect (‘high’).

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Cannabis laws in Peru

The Cannigma

Recreational cannabis is decriminalized in Peru. While decriminalized, it’s important to note that public consumption and driving under the influence of cannabis are still prohibited and can result in fines or other penalties. Industrial hemp must adhere to the legal THC limit of 0.3% Is weed legal in Peru?

Law 52
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Cannabis laws in Romania

The Cannigma

THC in 2013 but did not establish a national program. There are organizations working to decriminalize the plant since legalization doesn’t seem to be on the horizon any time soon. Industrial hemp is a staple crop of Romania and is cultivated for use in fibers, grains, seeds, and oil. Recreational cannabis is illegal in Romania.

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CBD Shops Shuttered in Hong Kong After Cannabinoid Is Categorized as ‘Dangerous’

Veriheal

A new law criminalizing the possession, use, and sale of cannabidiol (CBD) in Hong Kong has been in full force since its effectuation across the concrete jungle on Wednesday, February 1. It has also been shown to harbor neurological protective effects.

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Is cannabis legal in South Africa?

The Cannigma

Recreational: decriminalized Medical: legal . Cannabis, known as dagga in Afrikaans, is decriminalized in South Africa. This ruling sparked the decriminalization of cannabis possession and gave the government a timeline to implement legal cannabis. You can also cultivate four plants per person and trade bud, plants, and seeds.

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Luxembourg Becomes The First European Country to Legalize Weed

Marijuana Seeds NL

With Italy being the next country to consider decriminalization in a referendum just next year. The country’s government began considering decriminalization and legalization efforts for cannabis in light of prohibition failures. Buy THC seeds without any limit or quantity restriction. Keep reading to find out.

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Weekly Legislative Roundup 1/11/19

NORML

And Dayton, Ohio completely decriminalized cannabis possession, as the city commission decided to eliminate the existing $150 possession fine. Shannon Roers Jones (R) introduced legislation, House Bill 1155, to decriminalize small amounts of marijuana. Click here to email your lawmakers in support of decriminalization.