Germany to Implement New Anti-Cannabis Measures Amid Legalization Debate

The German government is currently debating tightening the Cannabis Act retroactively to prevent the creation of commercial structures during cultivation. The coalition wants to avoid multiple cannabis cultivation associations operating in the same location or building, which could lead to additional business models around cannabis cultivation.

Since April 1st, Germany has legalized the possession and controlled cultivation of cannabis for private use, with restrictions. Public consumption is permitted to a limited extent, but there is a ban on consuming cannabis in the immediate presence of minors and near schools, daycare centers, and sports facilities. Despite this general release, the German railway system has prohibited smoking weed at train stations and platforms since April 1st, with a ban set to take effect in four weeks.

This prohibition does not affect the consumption of cannabis for medical reasons, which was already legal before its release. The adjustment to the railway’s house rules is expected to be completed within four weeks, with violations being pursued starting June 1st. This move is intended to protect travelers at train stations, especially children and young people, aligning with the legal ban on cannabis consumption in specific areas.