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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.

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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.

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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. Is weed legal in Peru? Medical cannabis in Peru Medical cannabis is legal in Peru.

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Cannabis laws in Romania

The Cannigma

There are organizations working to decriminalize the plant since legalization doesn’t seem to be on the horizon any time soon. Patients can be prescribed medical marijuana in the form of pharmaceuticals, like Sativex. However, this legalization is a technicality, as there is no established medical program for patients to join.

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Weekly Legislative Roundup 3/8/19

NORML

North Dakota’s first medical cannabis dispensary opened its doors last week in Fargo; and registered out-of-state medical cannabis patients will now be able to access their medicine while visiting Hawaii. Legislation is pending, House Bill 96, to decriminalize the possession of small amounts of marijuana. Your Highness, Carly.

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Cannabis laws in Luxembourg

The Cannigma

Medical : legal Recreational : decriminalized, legalization introduced. People would also be allowed to purchase cannabis seeds online or in stores, but buying and selling the plant itself is still illegal. In 2001 , the country decriminalized personal cannabis use and possession, which are typically punishable by a fine.

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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.