Poll Finds Little Support For Reversing German Legalization

After a year of cannabis legalization being the law of the land in Germany, a new YouGov poll has found that a minority of the nation’s citizens want to reverse adult-use cannabis legalization. Conservative lawmakers in Germany have pushed for a reversal in recent months.

“Thirty-eight percent support reversing legalization, according to a survey conducted by the YouGov polling institute on behalf of the German Press Agency. Another 38 percent are in favor of maintaining legalization within its current framework. Eleven percent support even greater liberalization with fewer restrictions. Thirteen percent did not answer this question.” reported Frankfurter Rundschau in its local reporting.

“Even after controlled legalization, the survey shows that the vast majority still don’t smoke marijuana. 87 percent said they haven’t consumed cannabis since legalization. “Yes, but not because of legalization,” said 4 percent. Accordingly, 3 percent smoked marijuana because of legalization.” the outlet also reported.

Starting on April 1st, 2024, adults in Germany can cultivate, possess, and consume a personal amount of recreational cannabis. Additionally, starting on July 1st, 2024, adults can apply to launch an adult-use cultivation association in Germany. So far, at least 133 cultivation associations have gained approval, with hundreds more currently having their applications reviewed.

Another component of the German CanG law involves permitting regional adult-use cannabis commerce pilot trials. The research-based pilot trials will help lawmakers and regulators gather data and insight. Federal regulators are currently processing 26 pilot applications.