Jamaica’s Ganja Law

Jamaica’s Ganja Law, enacted in 2015, decriminalized small amounts of marijuana for personal use, allowing individuals to possess up to two ounces without prosecution. It also permits cultivating up to five plants for personal use and grants access for religious and medical purposes. The law aims to reduce criminal penalties, promote medical research, and recognize ganja’s cultural significance, particularly within Rastafarian practices. However, commercial sale and large-scale cultivation remain regulated or illegal. Overall, the law reflects a shift towards a more lenient, regulated approach to cannabis within Jamaica.