Legal status of marijuana in guatemala

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

MEDICAL MARIJUANA IN GUATEMALA

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

RECREATIONAL MARIJUANA IN GUATEMALA

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

Cannabis in Guatemala is very common, but illegal. In 2016 a proposal was denied for the legalization of medical and recreational marijuana.

Any form of possession of cannabis is illegal in Guatemala and can lead to severe penalties.

We are not aware of any possible law changes in the (near) future in Guatemala regarding medical and/or recreational cannabis.

Steven Voser
Steven Voser

Steven is a long-time veteran of cannabis journalism, having delved into every aspect of the subject. His particular interests lie in cannabis culture, the emerging science of cannabis, and how it is shaping the legal landscape across the globe.

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