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10 countries' marijuana laws explained

Submitted by Marijuana News on Thu, 07/23/2015 - 08:51

Marijuana decriminalization and legalization initiatives are not only sweeping through the U.S. — countries across the world are beginning to signal the green light for cannabis policy reform.

Here are 10 countries where lawmakers and public sentiment are changing the tide on cannabis policy.

1. Jamaica

Jamaica — home to the Rastafarian movement — recently joined the list of countries to decriminalize marijuana, and this year it will be hosting the World Cannabis Cup in Negril Nov. 12-15.

2. The Netherlands

Contrary to popular belief, marijuana is not legal in the Netherlands. Since 1976, authorities have simply chosen to openly ignore cannabis use –which is technically illegal in the county. Interestingly, lawmakers have recently started cracking down on cannabis...

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