What does the legalization of marijuana in Malta consist of?
The law of legalization of marijuana in Malta by the Maltese parliament. Since December 14, 2021, the law allows anyone over 18 years of age to carry a personal dose of up to 7g of marijuana and to cultivate up to four plants per house, without legal or judicial consequences.
With the legalization of marijuana in Malta, the island has become the first country in the European Union and the first in the world to legalize marijuana. fifth worldwide to allow recreational use of this plant. Several countries around the world already allow its medicinal and therapeutic use, but smoking it or consuming it in food remains a taboo.
The new marijuana legalization law in Malta was strongly criticized by the conservative and opposition party, who described the measure as a way to "normalize and increase drug use" in the country. Malta's Prime Minister, however, assured that drug trafficking will remain illegal.
Is marijuana consumption completely legal in Malta?
A very important aspect of this law is that allows only home consumption of marijuana. This means that people who smoke in the street or public spaces will continue to be exposed to a fine of €235, which can be increased up to €500 if it is done in the presence of minors. Likewise, people who carry more than the allowed amount of 7 grams will have to appear in court, and in case of carrying more than 28g before the criminal court.
As for the allowed home cultivation, the 4 plants cannot be in sight of other people, that is to say exposed on balconies or terraces. The maximum amount of dried marijuana that can be kept at home is 50 grams.
The law on the legalization of marijuana in Malta also allows that people who do not choose to grow at home, may be supplied through associations and non-profit organizations, which may be constituted by a maximum of 500 people and on the condition that they are not located near schools or youth clubs. The law also contemplates private clubs for cannabis consumption and a regulatory body for this new activity.
Other aspects about Malta
Malta is internationally known for the opportunities it provides for international students to study and work. The offer of English courses y higher education programs with a double degree.
Since the beginning of the pandemic, it has stood out for being one of the countries that has invested the most of its GDP in economic support to companies and workers who have been affected by the sanitary restrictions. It is also one of the places where the most rapid vaccination against covid is carried out.
With one of the lowest unemployment rates in the Eurozone, it is estimated that in 2022, it will be the European Union country with the highest economic growth and the fastest recovery to pre-pandemic levels. Stability, security and social development continue to attract people seeking to study and work in Malta.
