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There has been a lot of taboo surrounding the concept of legalising marijuana. Some say it’s terrible for us, and some say it’s not. Many countries have put a ban on it, but a few have also made it legal.
The Legal condition of marijuana also affects the tourism business, as these days, people prefer going to places where weed is legal and could get high. So now we’ll look at the countries where marijuana is legal. This legalisation can be of many sorts, and it can be medical or recreational.
Countries Where Marijuana Is Legal – Top 10 Countries
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1. Uruguay
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Uruguay, a country in South America, was one of the first countries to legalise marijuana. The legalisation took place in the year 2013 for ages 18 and above. Here it is entirely legal to smoke marijuana in open spaces. It is pretty normal to buy marijuana from any local pharmacy, and you will not even receive disgust or suspicious faces.
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2. Cambodia
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The situation of rules concerning marijuana is confusing here. Though marijuana was made illegal here in 1961, the law went unenforced, leading to the open selling and consumption of marijuana. There are several restaurants known as ‘Happy’ Restaurants where they dine marijuana-infused dishes.
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‘Happy pizza’ is one of the most famous marijuana-infused dishes. It is very famous amongst tourists. But rather than the youth, marijuana is known to be of older people’s business in Cambodia.
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3. Peru
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Here in Peru, as they say, marijuana is used for recreational purposes; it is allowed personal possession. While buying weed, people might get a little suspicious if you smoke it as they do not allow marijuana to be smoked in open spaces, you must do it in closed areas.
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4. Ecuador
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Though the selling of marijuana is illegal in Ecuador, consumption is legal. An individual can only possess up to 10 grams of marijuana. According to the constitution of Ecuador, the consumption of marijuana is not a crime, but it is a health concern. Cultivation of marijuana is also considered illegal in this country.
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5. Argentina
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Argentina is a South American country where the consumption of marijuana has been legalised, but it has it is own do’s and don’ts. There were two conditions; one can smoke or consume for personal use in a limited quantity. The consumption of marijuana can only be consumed in private spaces.
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Cultivation, selling, and transporting in large amounts is illegal and can be punishable. The legalisation of marijuana in Argentina took place in the year 2007
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6. Germany
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A big nation like Germany in Europe has legalised the sale and consumption of marijuana. The selling of marijuana has to be done only to adults and not minors, and the shops will be licensed for it. The coalition government made this announcement in Germany.
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7. Jamaica
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Decriminalisation of marijuana was made in the year 2015 in Jamaica. Though decriminalised, it is only legal for medical purposes and not recreational consumption. Possession of up to 56 grams of marijuana in Jamaica is a legal offence and can cost you up to $5 as a fine. Home cultivation of up to five plants is permitted.
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Marijuana is also used for therapeutic purposes and by religious practitioners.
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8. Mexico
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While marijuana has been legal for medical use in Mexico since 2017, it was in 2021 that Mexico legalised marijuana for private and recreational purposes. The supreme court of Mexico also announced that the cultivation of marijuana would also be allowed after obtaining permission from the Cafepris.
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The consumption of marijuana is limited to adults. Driving after consuming marijuana is also prohibited.
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9. The United States of America
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Though not legalised in all the 50 states, a few have. The consumption is entitled illegal under federal law, as it is considered to be a drug prone to be abused or misused. However, 18 states have legalised marijuana for recreational use. Also, they introduced CBD into people’s life.
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10. Netherlands
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Marijuana was decriminalised in 1976 in The Netherlands. Its possession is still illegal. If you want to consume marijuana here, you must consume it on the spot in coffee shops. And why coffee shops? Because marijuana is sold in coffee shops in The Netherlands for recreational use.
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Pros and Cons of Marijuana consumption
- Just like everything in the world, marijuana, too, has its pros and cons. As you now know, in many countries, marijuana is only permitted for medical use. Why so? Obviously, for its medical benefits.
- In 1970, The United States classified marijuana as a schedule 1 drug which in turn blocked the research on marijuana if it possessed any medical benefits. Later, when the study resumed, the medicinal benefits were discovered and is still used as a medicine.
- It can significantly help you sleep well at night. It is also found in research that marijuana can stop the further damage of the brain after a stroke.
- People going through chemotherapy can be very much helped by the consumption of marijuana in a medical way. While going through chemotherapy, people go through a huge amount of pain and loss of appetite. Marijuana can help with both.
- Now let us come to the opposing side. Marijuana can be associated with its effect on mental health and is not always positive.
- The long-term effects of cannabis consumption include a decrease in IQ level, cause confusion, difficulties in decision making, you may face problems in remembering information, etc.
- And the short-term effects are an increased appetite, increased sense of smell, hearing, vision, touch, and many more. These are just a few pros and cons, but many more exist.
Conclusion
This is a list of just ten countries where marijuana has been legalised. There are many other countries like Australia, Columbia, Croatia, Estonia, Italy, and Israel where marijuana is legal in some different ways. Though the world is opening up to the consumption of marijuana, is it still necessary to educate society about both pros and cons of marijuana. Consumption of anything is good only to a specific limit, and the same is true for marijuana. What do you think about the legalisation of marijuana? Is it necessary?[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
