Germany unveils draft bill to legalize cannabis
The draft bill also laid the foundations for the establishment of cannabis growers' associations (Anbauvereinigungen)
Monday, July 10, 2023
Germany's government is taking steps toward the legalization of cannabis by publishing the draft bill for the first pillar of a two-pillar model designed to dismantle prohibition policies. German's Ministry of Health published on July 5 the long-waited draft bill to regulate the use of cannabis for personal use, home growing, and the establishment of cannabis growers' associations designed similarly to the cannabis social clubs' model. The proposed legislation aims to address the first pillar of a comprehensive two-pillar model that will put an end to cannabis prohibition. Under the draft bill, adults aged 18 and above will be allowed to possess up to 25 grams for personal use and cultivate a maximum of three plants. (See also: Top German officials unveil draft marijuana legalization bill)
