The laws regarding Marijuana
Summary of Cannabis laws in the UK
Possessing, giving away or selling cannabis is illegal in the UK as covered by the Misuse of drugs act. Cannabis is currently a class B drug, the varying classes depending on the harm done to the person by potential misuse of the drug. Maximum sentences for offending against the Misuse of Drugs act are severe. First offenders who have a drug for their won use are likely to get off with a fine (and may even just be cautioned by the police), but regular offenders, people selling drugs or drug smugglers, might well be imprisoned for many years- the current maximum for drug trafficking is 14 years.
| However, young people are unlikely to suffer the worst of these penalties. In England and Wales youngsters under 17 years of age are usually dealt with by a juvenile court. This court has powers to fine parent or child, or to make the offender attend a variety of institutions as an alternative to being sent to prison. In Scotland youngsters under 16 who offend against the Misuse of Drugs Act may have to appear at a Children’s Hearing. Juvenile courts and Children’s Hearings can order children into care or order them to be supervised by a probation officer or social worker, if this is considered to be in the best interests of the child. |
| It is also illegal to allow anyone on your premises to produce or to supply illegal drugs to another person. It’s and offence even if they only offer to supply the drug. Permitting the use of cannabis in ones house is an offence. |
| For a more detailed analysis visit http://www.innotts.co.uk/~nadt/suba/legislation.html |
Read the full official Misuse of Drugs Regulations 2001 directly from the home office website.
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