Confused about whether Cannabis CBD is legal ?

We often get asked “is CBD legal?”. And for good reason, because you may find Cannabidiol regulations a little confusing. Cannabis laws are the result of a constant war between anti-drug campaigns and historical usage of the plant for its therapeutic properties. Lately, we have witnessed an increased interest from scientists studying the beneficial effects of the cannabis plant. Throughout recent history, the various laws regarding cannabis have shown many ups and downs. However, the future seems promising for cannabis and cannabidiol (CBD). Numerous countries across the world are decriminalizing the use of cannabis for medical use and even recreational use in certain countries.

By regulating THC, CBD strains can be legally grown in order for users to fully benefit from the plant’s effects. Why regulate THC? Because THC is the psychotropic compound responsible for getting you “high”. With that being said, many people find the laws regarding CBD oil and cannabis use pretty confusing. Is CBD legal in Switzerland and Europe ? Is Cannabis legal ? In this article, we will explore the various legal aspects of CBD and cannabis laws in Switzerland and Europe.

                                                 

The Difference Between Cannabis and Cannabidiol

In order to truly understand cannabis laws around the world, we must first differentiate between cannabis and CBD. Cannabis usually refers to the cannabis sativa plant with high THC concentrations which gets you high. You may be wondering “what about CBD products such as CBD oil?” These are derived from a variant of the cannabis sativa plant called hemp, where the THC concentration is negligible. Not enough to cause a “high”. This is why high-THC cannabis products have different laws associated with them around the world compared to CBD products. Let’s dive into it and see where cannabis and cannabidiol are legal.

Is cannabis and CBD legal in Switzerland ?

Currently, cannabis is decriminalized in Switzerland and is legal if it contains a THC content of less than 1%. On the other hand, cannabis that contains more than 1% THC is illegal to possess, sell, grow and use. In most cantons, the possession of a small amount of cannabis containing a THC content higher than 1% imposes only a small fine for first offenders. Medical cannabis is legal in Switzerland, provided that the physician has a special permit to prescribe medical cannabis to patients. It is however only to be administered to terminally ill or serious patients. So don’t think you can get a prescription of medical marijuana for your migraine.

Cannabis in Europe

Cannabis with high THC levels has been decriminalized in many countries for medical use, but remains illegal for recreational use in most (for now). Let’s take a look at the local laws in each country. Please bear in mind that cannabis CBD laws and regulations are constantly changing, so make sure you still check your local laws.

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