Legal status of marijuana in the philippines

Legal status of marijuana in the philippines
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Find out about the legal status of medical and recreational marijuana in the Philippines. Is marijuana illegal? Better safe than sorry!

MEDICAL MARIJUANA IN THE PHILIPPINES

The production, sale and possession of any form of medicinal marijuana products are illegal in the Philippines.

RECREATIONAL MARIJUANA IN THE PHILIPPINES

The cultivation, sale, and possession of cannabis for recreational purposes are illegal in the Philippines.

The Philippines is known for its harsh penalties for drug offences. Possession of cannabis can lead to severe punishment.

In April 2017 a bill was introduced to legalize medical marijuana, but so far nothing has changed in the law.

Luke Sumpter
Luke Sumpter

Luke has worked as a cannabis journalist and health science researcher for the past seven years. Over this time, he’s developed an advanced understanding of endocannabinoid system science, cannabis phytochemistry, and cultivation techniques.

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