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http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Legality_of_cannabis_by_country
Albania Europe Illegal Possession is illegal[1]
Argentina South-America Illegal
(Decriminalized) Decriminalized for personal use in small amounts and for consumption only in private locations. Public consumption is generally accepted among the young adults and overlooked by police in the suburbs. Consumption for medical purposes is accepted but not legislated (only in private locations). Cultivating, selling and transporting large amounts is illegal and punishable by present laws.[2]
Antigua and Barbuda
Australia Australia Illegal (Decriminalized) Certain states of Australia have decriminalized cannabis possession. In Tasmania, Victoria and Queensland possession of up to 50 grams is a ticketed offense. If cannabis is found to be in possession with intent to sell, criminal convictions apply.[3]
Bahrain
Bangladesh
Belgium Europe Illegal
(Decriminalized) For adults in Belgium, consumption in one's home and possession of quantities of up to 3 grams or one female plant is legal.[4]
Belize
Bermuda Caribbean Illegal According to the misuse of drugs act 1972, possession and sale of the drug is illegal. Possession of 20 grams or more is considered intent to supply. Increased Penalty zones, such as schools, rehab facilities, hospitals, airports and day care centers, are enforced. [5]
Bosnia and Herzegovina
Bolivia South-America Illegal Possession is illegal.[6]
Brazil South-America Illegal Purchase, use and cultivation is illegal.
Bulgaria Europe Illegal Until 2004 a loosely defined "personal dose" existed, since then all quantities are punishable by prison time up to 15 years [4]
Canada North-America Illegal (Decriminalized)
Main article: Cannabis legalization in Canada
Chile South-America Illegal (Decriminalized) Cultivation of Cannabis plants other than for personal use is considered illegal without a permit from the Agriculture Ministry. Though consumption and possession in small quantities alone on a private property is legal, consumption by a group of individuals is illegal.[7]
China Asia Illegal Cannabis is considered a schedule II substance under Chinese law. Possession of even small quantities can result from as little as a fine up to years of imprisonment, the enforcement and penalties of the law is highly inconsistent throughout the country[8]
Colombia South-America Illegal
(Decriminalized) Since 1994, cannabis has been decriminalized for possession of small amounts up to 20 grams for personal consumption, however sale and cultivation remains illegal.[9]
Costa Rica
Cote d'Ivoire
Croatia Europe Illegal
(Decriminalized) Illegal to possess, buy, or sell any amount of cannabis. Under the law criminal penalties can be up to three years of imprisonment with fines of up to €700. For amounts less than 1 gram the penalty is an infraction fine, mandatory rehabilitation, and probation.[10]
Cuba
Cyprus Europe Illegal
Czech Republic Europe Illegal (Decriminalized) As of November 2007, sale of marijuana has been criminalized nationally. Though possession of small amount is legal for personal use.[11] In March 2008 the Czech Supreme Court ruled that cultivation of agricultural cannabis, is not the same as the production of marijuana.[12]
Denmark Europe Illegal [13] [14]
Dominica
Dominican Republic
Egypt Africa Illegal
Ecuador South-America Illegal Possession illegal. No move to decriminalize.[6]
Estonia Europe Illegal Possession illegal. Only seeds legal but not their export/import [15]
Finland Europe Illegal Medical use decriminized
France Europe Illegal Cultivating, selling, owning or consuming cannabis is prohibited.[16]
Georgia
Germany Europe Illegal
(Decriminalized) Possession of small amounts for personal use at home is not prosecuted, but the drug is confiscated. The definition of "small amount" is different in each federal state; the tolerated amount ranges from 3 grams in Brandenburg to 30 grams in Schleswig-Holstein. The sale is illegal. Possession of larger amounts is usually only punished with a fine, unless the intention to sell is evident. Cultivation of cannabis is also illegal, but usually not prosecuted if the plants are not in flower and the amount of plants is rather small (the plants will be confiscated though). Only flowering female plants are treated like the possession of cannabis products; the exact amount of THC in the buds will be lab analyzed and determines the assumed amount of processed marijuana.[17] Possession of small amounts of marijuana/hashish was ruled legal by the German Federal Constitutional Court in 1994.[9]
Ghana
Greece Europe Illegal
Guatemala
Honduras
Hungary Europe Illegal There is no distinction in Hungarian law between illicit drugs according to dangers. Heroin use has the same consequences as cannabis use. Hungarian law prohibits the distribution, and any use (including medical use). However the Penal code distinguishes the punishment between sale and personal use. 283. § (1) paragraph (a) states that "One cannot be punished for drug misuse; if a small, personal amount is produced, acquired, or in possession..." and continues to state that "... provided that before final verdict is determined a verification is provided that continuous 6 month therapy has taken place" The law determines that a "personal quantity" is defined as 1 gram of active substance (i.e. THC), therefore this equates to 12-100 grams of marijuana if calculated that marijuana contains 1-8% THC per unit mass. Possession of larger amounts can lead to a 5-10 year prison sentence.[18]
Iceland Europe Illegal Consumption is illegal even in small amounts. Possession, sale, transportation and cultivation could result in jail time. Possession is not strictly enforced. Heavy fines are given.[19]
Indonesia Asia Illegal Personal use in small amounts: Maximum sentence of four (4) years in prison (additional fines may apply) if caught by the police in possession, intoxication or by positive urine test. However, if the user voluntarily reports himself/herself to the police, or is reported by his/her family, the sentence shall be no more than 6 months in prison or a fine of not more than Rp 2.000.000 (two million Indonesian Rupiah/USD$200-250). [20]
India Asia Legal (Regulated by Government) Used during observance of certain Hindu rituals. Government-owned shops in holy cities like Varanasi sell cannabis in the form of bhang.[21]
Ireland Europe Illegal Since Ireland's independence in 1948, the possession and sale of cannabis has been illegal and punished with a hefty fine and/or prison sentence. Possession of small amounts is often overlooked by police.[citation needed]
Iran Asia Legal/Illegal Growing cannabis is legal if planted for food purposes as the seeds are eaten by the Iranian people, and companies often draw oil from the seeds which is sold legally. Using cannabis for psychoactive purposes is technically illegal and so smoking it in public is an example of what can be considered an illegal ingestion, but the enforcement of this is next to nothing since it is usually not possible to tell what a person is smoking and since smoking other herbs is tolerated or legal, not much is ever done. [22]
Israel Asia Illegal Often unenforced. Very small scale of legal usage of medicinal cannabis. [23]
Italy Europe Illegal In Italy it is a crime to posses, consume and sell marijuana. Nevertheless there are rumors stating that posession up to 1 gram is legal (except for minors).
Jamaica Caribbean Illegal Cultivation, retail and consumption is illegal. However this is often overlooked and cannabis is sold openly.[24]
Japan Asia Illegal Possession is punishable by up to five years in prison with forced labor[25]
Kenya Africa Illegal Decriminalized although possession of large quantities can lead to prosecution with a maximum of 6 months in prison.[citation needed]
South Korea Asia Illegal Not tolerated. Hair tests can be taken upon suspicion. Jail time minimum 6 months.[citation needed]
Kuwait
Latvia Europe Illegal
Liberia
Lithuania
Luxembourg Europe Illegal Possession, transportation and consumption are illegal. Prosecution depends on the amount of cannabis one possesses. Since 2001, prison penalty has been substituted by a monetary fine ranging from 250 to 2500 Euros.[26]
Lebanon Asia Illegal Possession or if found in urine. Jail time minimum 3 months.
Republic of Macedonia Europe Illegal (Decriminalized) Possessors of small quantities (usually about 5 grams) of cannabis are usually not prosecuted. However, if one possesses a larger amount, a jail sentence of anywhere from three months to five years could possibly be given.[27]
Malaysia Asia Illegal Malaysian legislation provides for a mandatory death penalty for convicted drug traffickers. Individuals arrested in possession of 15 grams (1/2 ounce) of heroin or 200 grams (seven ounces) of marijuana are presumed by law to be trafficking in drugs. [28]
Malta
Mauritius
Mexico North-America Illegal (Decriminalized)
Main article: Mexican Drug War
Moldova Europe Illegal
Morocco Africa Illegal Cultivating, selling, owning or consuming cannabis is prohibited. Though cultivating it has been tradionnally tolerated in the Rif region.
Nepal Asia Illegal Though cannabis is illegal, it is consumed openly.
Netherlands Europe Legal/Illegal
Main article: Drug policy of the Netherlands
New Zealand Australia Illegal Cannabis is scheduled as a Class C substance. Cultivation, possession or sale of cannabis is illegal.[29]
Norway Europe Illegal Up to 15 grams is considered an amount for personal use, and is punished with a fine of 1500-5000 kroner in the case of first-time offenders; possessing more is considered dealing and punished more harshly. Repeat offenders or dealers face prison charges.[30]
Pakistan Asia Legal/Illegal Laws prohibiting the sale and misuse of cannabis exist, but are very rarely enforced. As with hash, the occasional use of cannabis in community gatherings is broadly tolerated as a centuries old custom, despite its association with lower-income groups. The open use of cannabis by Sufis and Hindus as a means to induce euphoria has never been challenged by the state. Further, large tracts of cannabis grow unchecked in the wild. [31]
Paraguay South-America Illegal [6]
Peru South-America Illegal
(Decriminalized) Possession of up to 8 grams (0.28 oz) of marijuana is legal as long as one isn't in possession of another drug.[32]
Philippines Asia Illegal A fine of PHP 500,000 - 10,000 and life imprisonment for possession of more than 10 grams. A fine and 20 year imprisonment to life imprisonment for possession of more than 5 grams but less than 10 grams. A fine and imprisonment of at least 12 years and a maximum of 20 years for possession of less than 5 grams.
Poland Europe Illegal Possession leads to criminal prosecution even for very small quantities (<0.001). The Polish government in June 2005 began offering rehabilitation services in place of jail time.[33]
Portugal Europe Decriminalized
Puerto Rico
Romania Europe Illegal Illegal but not very hard to find at certain events or in special, sometimes secret, places. Unenforced. Possession of small quantities is punishable by a small fine of about $150-200 USD. Possession of large amounts may result in 3-6 years of jail time, and sale may result in more than 6 years jail time.[34]
Russia Eurasia Illegal
(Decriminalized) In 2003, possession of up to 20 g of marijuana, as well as small quantities of many other drugs, ceased to be a criminal offence. [35] Since 2006, this "legal" amount was lowered to 6 g.[36]
Saudi Arabia Asia Illegal Use and possession for personal use of any kind of drugs is punishable by imprisonment if caught. Imprisonment for personal use could go up to 6 months jail time or more. Dealing and smuggling of high amounts of drugs usually result in harsher prison time or even execution, although recently executions are rare. Foreigners who use drugs might be deported.[37]
Serbia Europe Illegal
Slovenia
South Africa
Spain Europe Decriminalised Cannabis was introduced to Spain in the Middle Ages by the Moors. It is tolerated in private although its sale is illegal.
Sierra Leone
Singapore Asia Illegal Cannabis is a Class A drug under the Misuse of Drugs Act, making it illegal to cultivate, sell, or possess. Trafficking in more than 250 grams of Cannabis is punishable by death. [38]
Sweden Europe Illegal No distinction is made towards other drugs: Possession of all quantities as well as use is illegal.[39] The maximum penalty of six months imprisonment for minor offenses (such as personal use) makes the police eligible to arrest and take drug test upon suspicion. Fines are the most common sanction. The maximum sentence for aggravated drug offenses (and smuggling, which is regulated in a separate law) are ten years imprisonment.
Switzerland Europe Illegal Although tolerated in small amounts for personal use at home.[40]
Taiwan Asia Illegal Cannabis is a schedule 2 narcotic in Taiwan, and possession can result in up to 3 years imprisonment.[41]
Tanzania Africa Illegal
Thailand Asia Illegal There are laws that prohibit consumption. Enforcement was more liberal ten years ago, but is becoming increasingly enforced
Turkey Europe Illegal Possession any grams of Marijuana is sentenced to 2 years of jail. Judge can decide to rehabilitation and postpone the punishment. If the user still uses Marijuana, jail sentence will be applied.
United Arab Emirates Asia Illegal Even the smallest amounts of the drug can lead to a mandatory four year prison sentence[42].
United Kingdom Europe Illegal
Main article: Cannabis reclassification in the United Kingdom
Cannabis is an illegal, Class B drug in the UK.
USA North-America Illegal
Main article: Legal history of marijuana in the United States
Laws vary by state, though state law is superseded by federal law which classifies cannabis as a Schedule I substance, the same classification as heroin and LSD. Now decriminalized in MA as well as parts of CA.
Uruguay South-America Illegal Consumption of psychoactive drugs is not criminalized. However, traffic and production (e.g., growth) is illegal and punishable.[43]
Venezuela South-America Illegal
(Decriminalized) Possession of up to 20 grams results in a mandatory drug treatment program.[44]
Vietnam Asia Illegal Possession of large quantities is enforced. [45]
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Legality_of_cannabis_by_country
Albania Europe Illegal Possession is illegal[1]
Argentina South-America Illegal
(Decriminalized) Decriminalized for personal use in small amounts and for consumption only in private locations. Public consumption is generally accepted among the young adults and overlooked by police in the suburbs. Consumption for medical purposes is accepted but not legislated (only in private locations). Cultivating, selling and transporting large amounts is illegal and punishable by present laws.[2]
Antigua and Barbuda
Australia Australia Illegal (Decriminalized) Certain states of Australia have decriminalized cannabis possession. In Tasmania, Victoria and Queensland possession of up to 50 grams is a ticketed offense. If cannabis is found to be in possession with intent to sell, criminal convictions apply.[3]
Bahrain
Bangladesh
Belgium Europe Illegal
(Decriminalized) For adults in Belgium, consumption in one's home and possession of quantities of up to 3 grams or one female plant is legal.[4]
Belize
Bermuda Caribbean Illegal According to the misuse of drugs act 1972, possession and sale of the drug is illegal. Possession of 20 grams or more is considered intent to supply. Increased Penalty zones, such as schools, rehab facilities, hospitals, airports and day care centers, are enforced. [5]
Bosnia and Herzegovina
Bolivia South-America Illegal Possession is illegal.[6]
Brazil South-America Illegal Purchase, use and cultivation is illegal.
Bulgaria Europe Illegal Until 2004 a loosely defined "personal dose" existed, since then all quantities are punishable by prison time up to 15 years [4]
Canada North-America Illegal (Decriminalized)
Main article: Cannabis legalization in Canada
Chile South-America Illegal (Decriminalized) Cultivation of Cannabis plants other than for personal use is considered illegal without a permit from the Agriculture Ministry. Though consumption and possession in small quantities alone on a private property is legal, consumption by a group of individuals is illegal.[7]
China Asia Illegal Cannabis is considered a schedule II substance under Chinese law. Possession of even small quantities can result from as little as a fine up to years of imprisonment, the enforcement and penalties of the law is highly inconsistent throughout the country[8]
Colombia South-America Illegal
(Decriminalized) Since 1994, cannabis has been decriminalized for possession of small amounts up to 20 grams for personal consumption, however sale and cultivation remains illegal.[9]
Costa Rica
Cote d'Ivoire
Croatia Europe Illegal
(Decriminalized) Illegal to possess, buy, or sell any amount of cannabis. Under the law criminal penalties can be up to three years of imprisonment with fines of up to €700. For amounts less than 1 gram the penalty is an infraction fine, mandatory rehabilitation, and probation.[10]
Cuba
Cyprus Europe Illegal
Czech Republic Europe Illegal (Decriminalized) As of November 2007, sale of marijuana has been criminalized nationally. Though possession of small amount is legal for personal use.[11] In March 2008 the Czech Supreme Court ruled that cultivation of agricultural cannabis, is not the same as the production of marijuana.[12]
Denmark Europe Illegal [13] [14]
Dominica
Dominican Republic
Egypt Africa Illegal
Ecuador South-America Illegal Possession illegal. No move to decriminalize.[6]
Estonia Europe Illegal Possession illegal. Only seeds legal but not their export/import [15]
Finland Europe Illegal Medical use decriminized
France Europe Illegal Cultivating, selling, owning or consuming cannabis is prohibited.[16]
Georgia
Germany Europe Illegal
(Decriminalized) Possession of small amounts for personal use at home is not prosecuted, but the drug is confiscated. The definition of "small amount" is different in each federal state; the tolerated amount ranges from 3 grams in Brandenburg to 30 grams in Schleswig-Holstein. The sale is illegal. Possession of larger amounts is usually only punished with a fine, unless the intention to sell is evident. Cultivation of cannabis is also illegal, but usually not prosecuted if the plants are not in flower and the amount of plants is rather small (the plants will be confiscated though). Only flowering female plants are treated like the possession of cannabis products; the exact amount of THC in the buds will be lab analyzed and determines the assumed amount of processed marijuana.[17] Possession of small amounts of marijuana/hashish was ruled legal by the German Federal Constitutional Court in 1994.[9]
Ghana
Greece Europe Illegal
Guatemala
Honduras
Hungary Europe Illegal There is no distinction in Hungarian law between illicit drugs according to dangers. Heroin use has the same consequences as cannabis use. Hungarian law prohibits the distribution, and any use (including medical use). However the Penal code distinguishes the punishment between sale and personal use. 283. § (1) paragraph (a) states that "One cannot be punished for drug misuse; if a small, personal amount is produced, acquired, or in possession..." and continues to state that "... provided that before final verdict is determined a verification is provided that continuous 6 month therapy has taken place" The law determines that a "personal quantity" is defined as 1 gram of active substance (i.e. THC), therefore this equates to 12-100 grams of marijuana if calculated that marijuana contains 1-8% THC per unit mass. Possession of larger amounts can lead to a 5-10 year prison sentence.[18]
Iceland Europe Illegal Consumption is illegal even in small amounts. Possession, sale, transportation and cultivation could result in jail time. Possession is not strictly enforced. Heavy fines are given.[19]
Indonesia Asia Illegal Personal use in small amounts: Maximum sentence of four (4) years in prison (additional fines may apply) if caught by the police in possession, intoxication or by positive urine test. However, if the user voluntarily reports himself/herself to the police, or is reported by his/her family, the sentence shall be no more than 6 months in prison or a fine of not more than Rp 2.000.000 (two million Indonesian Rupiah/USD$200-250). [20]
India Asia Legal (Regulated by Government) Used during observance of certain Hindu rituals. Government-owned shops in holy cities like Varanasi sell cannabis in the form of bhang.[21]
Ireland Europe Illegal Since Ireland's independence in 1948, the possession and sale of cannabis has been illegal and punished with a hefty fine and/or prison sentence. Possession of small amounts is often overlooked by police.[citation needed]
Iran Asia Legal/Illegal Growing cannabis is legal if planted for food purposes as the seeds are eaten by the Iranian people, and companies often draw oil from the seeds which is sold legally. Using cannabis for psychoactive purposes is technically illegal and so smoking it in public is an example of what can be considered an illegal ingestion, but the enforcement of this is next to nothing since it is usually not possible to tell what a person is smoking and since smoking other herbs is tolerated or legal, not much is ever done. [22]
Israel Asia Illegal Often unenforced. Very small scale of legal usage of medicinal cannabis. [23]
Italy Europe Illegal In Italy it is a crime to posses, consume and sell marijuana. Nevertheless there are rumors stating that posession up to 1 gram is legal (except for minors).
Jamaica Caribbean Illegal Cultivation, retail and consumption is illegal. However this is often overlooked and cannabis is sold openly.[24]
Japan Asia Illegal Possession is punishable by up to five years in prison with forced labor[25]
Kenya Africa Illegal Decriminalized although possession of large quantities can lead to prosecution with a maximum of 6 months in prison.[citation needed]
South Korea Asia Illegal Not tolerated. Hair tests can be taken upon suspicion. Jail time minimum 6 months.[citation needed]
Kuwait
Latvia Europe Illegal
Liberia
Lithuania
Luxembourg Europe Illegal Possession, transportation and consumption are illegal. Prosecution depends on the amount of cannabis one possesses. Since 2001, prison penalty has been substituted by a monetary fine ranging from 250 to 2500 Euros.[26]
Lebanon Asia Illegal Possession or if found in urine. Jail time minimum 3 months.
Republic of Macedonia Europe Illegal (Decriminalized) Possessors of small quantities (usually about 5 grams) of cannabis are usually not prosecuted. However, if one possesses a larger amount, a jail sentence of anywhere from three months to five years could possibly be given.[27]
Malaysia Asia Illegal Malaysian legislation provides for a mandatory death penalty for convicted drug traffickers. Individuals arrested in possession of 15 grams (1/2 ounce) of heroin or 200 grams (seven ounces) of marijuana are presumed by law to be trafficking in drugs. [28]
Malta
Mauritius
Mexico North-America Illegal (Decriminalized)
Main article: Mexican Drug War
Moldova Europe Illegal
Morocco Africa Illegal Cultivating, selling, owning or consuming cannabis is prohibited. Though cultivating it has been tradionnally tolerated in the Rif region.
Nepal Asia Illegal Though cannabis is illegal, it is consumed openly.
Netherlands Europe Legal/Illegal
Main article: Drug policy of the Netherlands
New Zealand Australia Illegal Cannabis is scheduled as a Class C substance. Cultivation, possession or sale of cannabis is illegal.[29]
Norway Europe Illegal Up to 15 grams is considered an amount for personal use, and is punished with a fine of 1500-5000 kroner in the case of first-time offenders; possessing more is considered dealing and punished more harshly. Repeat offenders or dealers face prison charges.[30]
Pakistan Asia Legal/Illegal Laws prohibiting the sale and misuse of cannabis exist, but are very rarely enforced. As with hash, the occasional use of cannabis in community gatherings is broadly tolerated as a centuries old custom, despite its association with lower-income groups. The open use of cannabis by Sufis and Hindus as a means to induce euphoria has never been challenged by the state. Further, large tracts of cannabis grow unchecked in the wild. [31]
Paraguay South-America Illegal [6]
Peru South-America Illegal
(Decriminalized) Possession of up to 8 grams (0.28 oz) of marijuana is legal as long as one isn't in possession of another drug.[32]
Philippines Asia Illegal A fine of PHP 500,000 - 10,000 and life imprisonment for possession of more than 10 grams. A fine and 20 year imprisonment to life imprisonment for possession of more than 5 grams but less than 10 grams. A fine and imprisonment of at least 12 years and a maximum of 20 years for possession of less than 5 grams.
Poland Europe Illegal Possession leads to criminal prosecution even for very small quantities (<0.001). The Polish government in June 2005 began offering rehabilitation services in place of jail time.[33]
Portugal Europe Decriminalized
Puerto Rico
Romania Europe Illegal Illegal but not very hard to find at certain events or in special, sometimes secret, places. Unenforced. Possession of small quantities is punishable by a small fine of about $150-200 USD. Possession of large amounts may result in 3-6 years of jail time, and sale may result in more than 6 years jail time.[34]
Russia Eurasia Illegal
(Decriminalized) In 2003, possession of up to 20 g of marijuana, as well as small quantities of many other drugs, ceased to be a criminal offence. [35] Since 2006, this "legal" amount was lowered to 6 g.[36]
Saudi Arabia Asia Illegal Use and possession for personal use of any kind of drugs is punishable by imprisonment if caught. Imprisonment for personal use could go up to 6 months jail time or more. Dealing and smuggling of high amounts of drugs usually result in harsher prison time or even execution, although recently executions are rare. Foreigners who use drugs might be deported.[37]
Serbia Europe Illegal
Slovenia
South Africa
Spain Europe Decriminalised Cannabis was introduced to Spain in the Middle Ages by the Moors. It is tolerated in private although its sale is illegal.
Sierra Leone
Singapore Asia Illegal Cannabis is a Class A drug under the Misuse of Drugs Act, making it illegal to cultivate, sell, or possess. Trafficking in more than 250 grams of Cannabis is punishable by death. [38]
Sweden Europe Illegal No distinction is made towards other drugs: Possession of all quantities as well as use is illegal.[39] The maximum penalty of six months imprisonment for minor offenses (such as personal use) makes the police eligible to arrest and take drug test upon suspicion. Fines are the most common sanction. The maximum sentence for aggravated drug offenses (and smuggling, which is regulated in a separate law) are ten years imprisonment.
Switzerland Europe Illegal Although tolerated in small amounts for personal use at home.[40]
Taiwan Asia Illegal Cannabis is a schedule 2 narcotic in Taiwan, and possession can result in up to 3 years imprisonment.[41]
Tanzania Africa Illegal
Thailand Asia Illegal There are laws that prohibit consumption. Enforcement was more liberal ten years ago, but is becoming increasingly enforced
Turkey Europe Illegal Possession any grams of Marijuana is sentenced to 2 years of jail. Judge can decide to rehabilitation and postpone the punishment. If the user still uses Marijuana, jail sentence will be applied.
United Arab Emirates Asia Illegal Even the smallest amounts of the drug can lead to a mandatory four year prison sentence[42].
United Kingdom Europe Illegal
Main article: Cannabis reclassification in the United Kingdom
Cannabis is an illegal, Class B drug in the UK.
USA North-America Illegal
Main article: Legal history of marijuana in the United States
Laws vary by state, though state law is superseded by federal law which classifies cannabis as a Schedule I substance, the same classification as heroin and LSD. Now decriminalized in MA as well as parts of CA.
Uruguay South-America Illegal Consumption of psychoactive drugs is not criminalized. However, traffic and production (e.g., growth) is illegal and punishable.[43]
Venezuela South-America Illegal
(Decriminalized) Possession of up to 20 grams results in a mandatory drug treatment program.[44]
Vietnam Asia Illegal Possession of large quantities is enforced. [45]
