The new CanG of Germany is causing a stir: Who are the winners, who are the losers, and what needs urgent revision?

As of April 1, 2024, Germany has decriminalized cannabis:
possession, consumption, and personal cultivation are now
penalty-free. Starting July 1, 2024, cultivation associations
(colloquially known as "CSCs, Cannabis Social Clubs") are allowed
to cultivate cannabis for up to 500 members and distribute it to
their members non-profitably. Additionally, medical cannabis is
no longer subject to the Narcotics Act and can now be prescribed
by any doctor without the need for Btmg paperwork. What do these
changes mean for Germany? Where are revisions urgently needed?
And what are the chances for Phase 2, where model projects
similar to Swiss pilot projects are planned?

Moderator



Moritz Förster



Speakers



Dirk Heitepriem


Finn Hänsel


Olivia Ewenike


Dr. Philipp Goebel


Timo Bongartz