Cannabis Makes Inroads Across Europe
Germany is pushing forward with recreational legalization, but most countries are taking a more cautious approach.
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Germany’s Move To Legalize Cannabis Slows Over Fears Of Clash With EU Laws
New ‘degree of caution’ in coalition government over promises of breakthrough before end of this year.
More Evidence of Drug War Failures
In an article over at CNN.com, I discuss a new study that confirms that the war on drugs is an expensive failure.
Romania Legalizes Medical Marijuana, Becomes 10th EU Country To Permit Theraputic Use
Authorized medical patients in Romania may now use marijuana to allay their pain under new provisions in two of the country's narcotic laws.
Switzerland Decriminalizes Marijuana Possession
As of this week, the possession of up to 10 grams of marijuana is no longer a criminal offense in Switzerland. Instead, the Swiss have decriminalized the possession of small amounts of weed, replacing possible jail time and a criminal record with a maximum fine of $110. The new law went into effect Tuesday.
Israel Called Tops In Medical Marijuana Distribution
Health minister counters arguments that new regulations prevent tens of thousands of patients from receiving the restricted treatment
ACTA Protests Break Out as EU States Sign Up to Treaty
MEPs of 21 EU states, including the UK, have signed off on the controversial Anti-Counterfeiting Trade Agreement
Decriminalization of Drug Use in Greece
The Greek government made the first big step regarding decriminalization of drug use. Justice Minister Miltiadis Papaioannou presented to the Greek Parliament the basic ideas of a new law concerning drugs.
Maastricht Cannabis Cafes to Ban All But Dutch, Belgians, Germans
Dutch City attempts to reduce drug tourism by introducing discriminatory laws
International Drug Crime Measures ‘Lead to Executions’
Enforcement by Britain, the UN and the EU backs up regimes that ignore human rights, says report.
