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Officially marijuana is outlawed, but since 1972 the government has permitted marijuana to be sold in coffee shops. This policy is known as the "Gedoogbeleid" (tolerance policy). The Dutch, who have a reputation for thrift, argue that the money needed to enforce the ban on marijuana is better spent dealing with hard drugs.
Usage of marijuana in the Netherlands is much lower than in the United States (17% compared to 38% in 2001) but is about on par with the rest of Western Europe.
Lately, the Dutch have been questioning their policy. For one thing, the average strength of the marijuana being sold in the coffee shops has doubled in the past decade. Another issue is the amount of "drug tourism" the country gets. Lately the government have increased regulations on the concentration of cannibis and banned coffee shops from selling marijuana to tourists.
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When was marijuana legalized in the Netherlands?
Marijuana is not legal in The Netherlands, but the police won't arrest you if you possess 5 grams of marijuana or 5 cannabis plants.Marijuana can be bought in coffee shops.This policy, gedoogbeleid or toleration policy,was established in the 1970s.
When was Marijuana Policy Project created?
Marijuana Policy Project was created in 1995.
Are drugs legal across the Netherlands?
yes, marijuana
Where is marijuana mostly used?
Marijuana percentage wise is used mostly in The Netherlands, because it's legal there.
How old must you be to purchase marijuana in Netherlands?
18 years
What country has legalized marijuana?
Colorado, Washington, North Korea, and the Netherlands.
Is marijuana legalized for recreational use?
It is in Colorado, Washington, North Korea, and the Netherlands. If you dont live in these places, then no.
What are the 5 top marijuana growing countries?
Top marijuana growing countries are Netherlands, North America, South America, Europe, and Canada.
What year did the Netherlands legalize marijuana?
It's not been 'legalised' in The Netherlands. It has simply been 'decriminalised' for small amounts. 1972 was the year though.
What is the Netherlands policy on child labor?
Kill people
How much marijuana can each person grow in Amsterdam?
Technically, growing pot is illegal in The Netherlands.
Was marijuana legal in the 1960s?
Marijuana has been illegal in the United States since 1937. Mandatory sentencing for marijuana offenses arose in the 1950s, and it wasn't until around 1968 that the U.S. drug policy was significantly updated.
