Mondaq Article-Australia: Cannabis possession will soon be legal in Canberra: An interview with Cannabis Clubs Mark Hutchison

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Advocating for change The ACT cannabis legalisation bill passed with the full support of both Labor members and the Greens. In September 2018, Labor MLA Michael Pettersson introduced his cannabis legalisation private member’s bill, which has turned the tide against the nationwide outlawing of the plant. And today, cannabis for pleasure is legal in 11 US states, as well as the nation’s capital. That’s because as of 31 January, the personal possession and use of cannabis in the capital territory will be legal under local laws. And the legislation also had the support of a number of online cannabis activist groups, including that of Cannabis Club Australia.

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