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Cannabis Decriminalization Reduces Racial Disparity, According to New Data

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Fortunately, a study recently published in Social Science & Medicine discovered a solution to the racial disparity rampant in cannabis regulation: decriminalization. While legalization and decriminalization will not undo what was done in the past, these legal processes can create a better future for affected groups. He states, “U.S

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Cannabis laws in Belgium

The Cannigma

Medical: legal (only Sativex available) Recreational: illegal, decriminalized. While recreational cannabis is not legal in Belgium, possession of up to three grams by an adult over 18 is decriminalized and punishable by only a fine. The country has a limited medical cannabis program that recognizes Sativex and CBD.

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Cannabis laws in the Czech Republic

The Cannigma

Medical: legal Recreational: decriminalized. Cannabis is medically legal in the Czech Republic and has been since 2013. The country has progressive views on cannabis and first decriminalized small possession amounts back in the 1990s. Full recreational legalization is on the horizon in 2023. Possible penalties.

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Clark Hill: The European Cannabis Market: Opportunity Knocks

Cannabis Law Report

In this article, we continue our journey reviewing the history of cannabis regulation and proceed to explore the current state of development of the legal cannabis market in Europe, canvassing its decriminalization and regulation as a culmination of a global pattern over the last 20 years. Recreational Use. Decriminalized (2016).

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Cannabis laws in Romania

The Cannigma

Medical: legal, limited Recreational: illegal. Recreational cannabis is illegal in Romania. 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. Possible penalties. Medical cannabis in Romania.

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Cannabis laws in in Croatia

The Cannigma

Medical: legal Recreational: decriminalized. Since 2013, the possession of cannabis for personal use is considered a misdemeanor and punishable by a fine of between €650-2,600. While recreational cannabis remains illegal, attitudes are changing. In 2015, the country legalized the use of cannabis for medical purposes.

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Cannabis regulations in Slovenia

The Cannigma

Medical: legal, but limited Recreational: decriminalized. Recreational cannabis is illegal in Slovenia but possessing small amounts of cannabis for personal use is not considered a criminal offense. Medical marijuana is not technically legal, but cannabinoid-based medications are. Cannabis in Slovenia.