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Thursday, Apr 03, 2025

CSU Advocates for Reversal of Cannabis Legalization in Germany

Bavarian officials push for stringent anti-drug measures amid ongoing coalition negotiations more than six months after partial legalization took effect.
The Christian Social Union (CSU) is advocating for the retraction of cannabis legalization in Germany, nearly a year after the legislation's implementation.

The push comes amid ongoing negotiations within the coalition government, primarily involving the Union and the Social Democratic Party (SPD) that led the legalization initiatives.

Bavarian Interior Minister Joachim Herrmann has taken a prominent stance, stating, 'We want to correct the error of the Ampel coalition and ban cannabis again.' This sentiment has been echoed by various interior ministers across the political spectrum, as discussions continue regarding the future of cannabis policy in Germany.

Herrmann criticized the belief that the partial legalization would reduce drug-related criminal activities, labeling this perspective as 'totally misleading.' He emphasized that the anticipated decrease in drug dealer operations had not materialized.

According to Herrmann, while there has been a statistical decline in overall drug offenses, drug-related traffic offenses have increased, raising concerns about public safety.

Bavarian Health Minister Judith Gerlach supports the CSU's call for a complete reversal of cannabis legalization for recreational use.

She urged the incoming federal government to reconsider its stance, arguing that the current approach has negative implications for public health, particularly impacting children and adolescents.

Gerlach described cannabis as a 'dangerous drug' and highlighted the potential for legalization to expand the black market and aid organized crime, echoing sentiments expressed by law enforcement and judicial authorities.

Currently, Bavaria remains the only German state without any licensed cannabis cultivation activities, a strict position within the context of decentralized legalization measures that took effect on April 1, 2024. The implemented law allows for personal possession and limited cultivation for private use, subject to rigorous restrictions.

Consumption of cannabis in public areas is restricted, especially near minors and educational or recreational facilities.

Despite the coalition government's previous approval of the partial legalization, early indications suggested that the Union party would pursue the reversal of this legislation.

As negotiations advance, Bavarian officials continue to reaffirm their commitment to maintaining restrictive regulations regarding cannabis cultivation and use.
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