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Health Ministry of Thailand releases tougher penalties on cannabis offences
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Thailand’s Ministry of Public Health (MOPH) introduced stricter penalties under updated cannabis regulations to restrict its use to medical purposes only.
Key facts
- Thailand’s Ministry of Public Health (MOPH) introduced stricter penalties under updated cannabis regulations to restrict its use to medical purposes only.
- Cannabis businesses in Thailand were already subject to rules governing controlled herbs, including restrictions on sales to minors, online sales and on-site consumption
- Under the revised measures, cannabis shops found committing general violations may face a 30-day licence suspension.
- More serious offences may result in a 90-day licence suspension
Summary
Cannabis businesses in Thailand were already subject to rules governing controlled herbs, including restrictions on sales to minors, online sales and on-site consumption. Businesses were also required to obtain licences and submit regular reports to authorities.
However, enforcement had been criticised as inconsistent, with penalties often depending on case-by-case discretion.