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German Court Allows Prisoners 50g Cannabis Possession

6/11/2025

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In a groundbreaking decision, a German court has declared that prisoners can now hold up to 50 grams of cannabis for personal use, recognizing prison cells as 'habitual residences' under cannabis law. While inmates can legally possess cannabis, correctional facilities maintain the authority to regulate its use. This ruling follows Germany's recent legalization of recreational cannabis, aligning it with Malta and Luxembourg.

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In a groundbreaking decision, a German court has declared that prisoners can now hold up to 50 grams of cannabis for personal use, recognizing prison cells as 'habitual residences' under cannabis law. While inmates can legally possess cannabis, correctional facilities maintain the authority to regulate its use. This ruling follows Germany's recent legalization of recreational cannabis, aligning it with Malta and Luxembourg.