Decriminalization of Marijuana in Brazil
Brazil's Supreme Court has voted to decriminalize possession of marijuana for personal use, aiming to reduce the massive prison population in the country. The ruling is expected to take effect soon, but Congress is simultaneously working on tightening drug legislation.
Key Points
- Brazil's Supreme Court decriminalized possession of marijuana for personal use
- Congress is advancing a proposal to tighten drug legislation
- Current laws lead to overcrowded jails and disproportionately affect Black citizens
Pros
- Reduction of prison population
- Shift towards a public health approach to drug policy
Cons
- Potential conflict with proposed legislative measures
- Concerns about distinguishing between personal use and drug trafficking