Germany's Cannabis Law Review Delayed to October Amid SPD Opposition
The German government's cannabis law review, initially planned for September 2025, has been pushed back to October due to SPD opposition. The Union, however, continues to push for a fundamental review.
The cannabis landscape in Germany remains complex. While youth consumption has dipped slightly, overall use remains steady. Medical cannabis accounts for 12-14% of total demand, but backmarket and private cultivation shares are unknown.
Illegal sharing on social networks persists as a key distribution channel. Legal cultivation associations have had a limited impact on displacing the backmarket. Researchers suggest simplifying growing club conditions and adjusting possession limits, but don't see an urgent need for law changes.
Partial legalization in 2024 has had minimal impact on backmarkets and consumption. Cannabis-related offenses have decreased significantly since then.
The coalition's cannabis law review is now set for October 2025. The SPD opposes the current draft, while the Union calls for a fundamental review. The impact of partial legalization has been limited, and the SPD is quiet about evaluation results. Researchers propose minor adjustments but don't advocate for urgent changes.
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