VOICED : Justicia de Sudafrica legaliza el consumo privado de cannabis

The Constitutional Court of South Africa unanimously decided to decriminalize the private use of cannabis, declaring previous laws unconstitutional. This decision was celebrated by supporters outside the court, marking a historic victory for personal freedom. The court also approved the private cultivation of cannabis and instructed the Parliament to draft a new law within two years. This aligns with the UN's 2016 recommendations for countries to reassess their cannabis policies.

What was the main reason Judge Raymond Sondo found the previous cannabis law unconstitutional?

• It was not enforced properly.

• It violated privacy rights.

• It was outdated.

• It was too lenient.

What did the court's decision regarding private spaces include?

• Only homes are considered private spaces.

• Both homes and cars are considered private spaces.

• Private spaces are not defined.

• Only public spaces are considered private.

How did supporters of the decision view the court's ruling?

• As an unnecessary legal complication.

• As a liberating and healing opportunity.

• As a minor change in the law.

• As a setback for personal freedom.

What did the court instruct the Parliament to do following the decision?

• Increase penalties for cannabis use.

• Draft a new law within two years.

• Ignore the UN's recommendations.

• Ban all cannabis-related activities.

What was the UN's stance on cannabis policies in 2016?

• They advised against any changes.

• They suggested states re-evaluate their policies.

• They recommended stricter enforcement.

• They supported a global ban on cannabis.