Finland becomes legal cannabis? The Greens are calling for marijuana legalization in Finland

When most people talk about cannabis reform, regulation, and legislation, one usually thinks of America’s first country. This is mainly because American states are taking the lead in legalizing cannabis, and it’s such an exciting time for the marijuana community.

But another country is starting to advance its cannabis industry and we will discuss it in depth. You will be impressed by what you discover in Finland’s marijuana cannabis industry.

Please give it up for Finland !!

Finland isn’t always on the list when the time comes to discuss the epicenter of marijuana reform. Still, the Scandinavian country is now taking a giant leap into its marijuana future.

The Green Political Party in Finland, known as the Green League, supports policies to legalize and regulate their domestic marijuana market. While the film has no official stance at the legislative level, it’s a pretty historic moment.

It is the first political party in Finland and the Finnish Parliament will demand the legalization of marijuana. However, the fact that there appears to be minimal support at the federal level suggests that the process may not be moving forward. The most exciting part is that Finland is making an effort, and that is good enough.

Marijuana in Finland

Finland is a region best known for its snow (lots of snow) and occasional coolness. But beyond that, cannabis reforms have moved at a pace that is quite shocking for other European countries. As Finland takes this step, it is evident that many more European countries are getting impatient with the war on the cannabis ban and want it to end.

Marijuana restriction in Finland dates back to the mid-1960s, although the country was a leading liberal society in Europe. The criminalization of individual consumption was controversial, and the national government achieved this goal in 1972.

In this century, especially in 2008, the Finnish government confirmed the use of medicinal marijuana flowers imported from Holland. In 2017, the Supreme Court of Finland ruled that the penalty for serious drug-related crime can be reduced, but this depends on the type of crime, the role of the perpetrator and the amount of substance.

In 2018, a survey showed that 18% of Finland’s citizens believed that adult marijuana use should be legalized. In 2019, a citizens’ initiative to decriminalize cannabis was founded in Finland. This initiative received 50,000 signatures, forcing the Finnish Parliament to take citizens’ attitudes into account. However, this law has still not been passed.

In Finland, the Narcotics Act states that using or clinging to illegal drugs such as marijuana is a criminal offense that is punishable under the law. The penalties are based on the amount of substance, after which it can lead to 5-6 months in prison. However, CBD is legal, while limited amounts of hemp can be grown in Finland.

The legal status of marijuana in Scandinavia

The new reality in Finland that the issue of marijuana reforms will go ahead regardless of resistance bodes well for the cannabis industry in Finland in particular and Europe in general. In general, Scandinavia has strict laws on marijuana use.

Sweden only allows the use of marijuana-based drugs. While in Iceland, all cannabinoid conversation, especially for medicinal purposes, isn’t even on the table. Norway relaxed marijuana laws in 2018, resulting in small holdings in the country.

The only exception is Denmark, which started a four-year medical test in 2018 and tried to start recreational trials. Denmark also has one of the most extensive growing systems in Europe as it has issued over 40 licenses.

With agriculture now accounting for more than 2% of Finnish GDP, it becomes unlikely that a more significant crop industry will start from there. However, imports like in Germany, such as the medical type, can come into the country, especially from nearby Denmark.

Despite these issues, some marijuana reforms are already on the political agenda, and that is an encouraging development. There is currently no part of Europe that is not at least planning medical marijuana reform. If it’s not already in progress, it will be taken into account. Beyond that moment, the next big hurdle is making sure these plans are put into action.

Some people remain skeptical about Europe’s marijuana future and legalization concerns. But if you’ve paid close attention to the cannabis industry for many years, you’ll agree that taking this step is a glimmer of hope for the future.

Marijuana is growing steadily around the world. Yes, there are still some downsides (which is to be expected), but the marijuana community wants to do something. We want to know how the countries commit to these legalization processes and how they consistently try to operate in an inclusive way that benefits all residents.

It has taken America a long time to reach full and ongoing legalization processes with its states, and Europe has the time. Europe is in its prime and will make significant contributions to its cannabis sector. We’ll be cheering them all on as they begin these steps, starting with Finland.

Bottom line

For many years the marijuana industry in Europe had the shorter end of the stick. Even today, millions of Europeans are skeptical of cannabis, especially for recreational use.

But Finland broke the curse and it is the beginning of a new era in Europe. The fact that there are now several states in America that legalize cannabis did not come suddenly. It all started with one state making the giant leap, and from that moment on, other states did the same.

Cannabis enthusiasts in Europe are excited about this turnaround in Finland as the ripple effect begins as other countries re-evaluate their marijuana policies and get the ball rolling for full marijuana legislation in Europe.

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