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Where is marijuana legal 2024
Recreational Cannabis – Legal
North America
- Canada: Fully legal nationwide.
- USA: Recreational use legal in 24 states (e.g., California, New York, Colorado). Still illegal federally.
Europe
- Germany: Legal since April 2024; adults can possess up to 25g and grow 3 plants.
- Malta: Legal for adults; small possession and cultivation allowed.
- Luxembourg: Legal for home use and cultivation.
South America
- Uruguay: Fully legal since 2013; state-controlled system.
Africa
- South Africa: Legal for private personal use and cultivation.
Asia
- Thailand: Decriminalized, but recreational use in public discouraged.
Medical Cannabis – Legal
Over 50 countries permit medical cannabis use, including:
- Europe: Germany, Italy, Netherlands, Czech Republic, Portugal, etc.
- Americas: Argentina, Brazil, Chile, Mexico, Colombia, many U.S. states.
- Asia-Pacific: Australia, New Zealand, Thailand, Israel.
- Africa: Zimbabwe, Lesotho, South Africa.
Cannabis – Strictly Illegal
These countries impose harsh penalties for possession or use:
- Asia: Japan, Singapore, Indonesia, Malaysia, South Korea, China.
- Middle East: Saudi Arabia, UAE.
- Eastern Europe: Russia.
Summary
- Recreational cannabis is legal in a growing number of jurisdictions, mostly in the Americas and Europe.
- Medical cannabis is widely accepted globally.
- Many Asian and Middle Eastern countries maintain strict prohibition.
- Laws continue to evolve, with more nations exploring reform or pilot programs.
