As global attitudes toward marijuana change, so do laws surrounding its use, reflecting a significant shift from taboo to acceptance. The article discusses the fragmented legal landscape in 2025, highlighting how North America leads in cannabis regulation, with 24 U.S. states legalizing recreational use, while Canada has established a comprehensive legal framework since 2018. Meanwhile, Latin America shows variability with Uruguay’s pioneering legalization in 2013 and Mexico's recent decriminalization. Despite progress, complexities like federal banking laws in the U.S. and inconsistent regulations persist globally.
While marijuana remains illegal at the federal level in the United States, individual states have taken matters into their own hands.
Canada legalized recreational marijuana nationwide in 2018 and has since become a benchmark for cannabis policy.
Uruguay was the first country to fully legalize marijuana in 2013, allowing citizens to grow, purchase, and consume cannabis legally.
The legal landscape remains uneven, with countries adopting vastly different approaches ranging from full-scale legalization to harsh criminal penalties.
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