Cannabis clubs in Brandenburg: 16 permits and a new era!

Cannabis clubs in Brandenburg: 16 permits and a new era!

In Germany, a lot has happened since the approval of cannabis clubs over a year ago. In Brandenburg in particular you can come up with 16 approved clubs that reach the highest number in East Germany, such as Stern reported. These clubs enable their members to grow and consume cannabis for their own needs, which is a significant step in the country's cannabis policy.

currently 12 applications are also being processed, while 2 applications have been rejected. So far only 7 permits have been granted in the capital Berlin, and in Saxony-Anhalt there were 14.

approval and cultivation

From April 1, 2024, the new Consumer Cannabis Act (KCang) will come into force, which regulates the non-commercial cultivation of cannabis for registered associations and cooperatives. As explained on the website of LAVG Brandenburg , these cultivation associations can include up to 500 members and have to submit to the strict state rules. The board of directors of each cultivation association names a prevention officer who is responsible for addiction prevention measures. This shows that health protection is particularly important here.

The applications must be submitted in writing or electronically, a fee is due. The authority decides on approval within three months of receipt of the complete application documents. It is about the cultivation associations also take responsibility for youth and health protection.

social acceptance and use

cannabis consumption in Germany is now widespread. Almost 40 percent of adults between the ages of 18 and 59 have consumed cannabis at least once, as can be seen from studies, which the Federal drug commissioner . In view of these numbers, it is not surprising that the legalization of cannabis is politically hot.

Although the legalization of cannabis is still controversial, the Union and the SPD agreed to carry out an "open -ended evaluation" in autumn. This is intended to clarify the effects of legalization on society. The trend towards decriminalization and the possibility of controlled cultivation support the supposed acceptance of consumption.

The new regulations and permits are part of a more comprehensive strategy to combat abuse and promote responsible consumption. While cases of dependency and abusive consumption still have to be treated, the hope that the new structures in Brandenburg and other federal states can cause positive things.