Warning – Legalization at Risk
CDU WANTS TO
BAN CANNABIS
The CDU party conference on February 21, 2026 voted to reverse cannabis legalization in Germany. The law is still in effect – but time is running out. Get informed and take action now.
Send protest mailCurrent Legal Status
WHAT'S STILL LEGAL
The Cannabis Consumption Act (KCanG) is still in force despite CDU pressure. As of February 2026:
Possession allowed
25 grams in public, 50 grams at home are legal for adults 18 and older.
Home cultivation legal
Up to 3 cannabis plants may be grown privately for personal use.
Cannabis Social Clubs
Cannabis Social Clubs (cultivation associations) are legal and may supply members.
Medical cannabis
Medical cannabis is available by prescription at pharmacies – despite planned restrictions.
The Threat
WHAT THE CDU IS PLANNING
Since the 2025 election victory, CDU/CSU governs with the SPD. The SPD has so far prevented a direct reversal – but pressure is growing.
CDU Party Conference Stuttgart: Re-ban voted
The Women's Union submitted a motion to recriminalize cannabis possession. The party conference adopted it – demanding the black-red federal government repeal the law.
Friedrich Merz: Reverse legalization
The CDU chairman and Chancellor had clearly announced during the election campaign that he would reverse cannabis legalization. In the coalition agreement, he could only agree to an 'open-ended evaluation'.
Women's Union: Recriminalize possession
The Women's Union explicitly demands that cannabis possession be made criminal again – and opposes any form of legalization.
Coalition agreement: Open-ended evaluation
The SPD prevented direct reversal. The compromise: an evaluation with an open outcome. The next interim report comes in April 2026 – a critical moment.
The Facts
WHY A BAN WOULD BE WRONG
The CDU's arguments don't hold up to scientific scrutiny. Here's what data and studies show:
No increase in consumption
The EKOCAN interim report (October 2025) shows: no significant increase in cannabis consumption after legalization. Many feared scenarios have not materialized.
Banning strengthens black market
A re-ban would push millions of consumers back to the black market. Uncontrolled products, no age verification – exactly the opposite of youth protection.
Justice system relieved
Police and prosecutors benefit from decriminalization. A ban would burden them again with cannabis offenses – amid growing resource shortages.
Legalization protects youth
A study of 38 countries shows: legalization does not lead to increased cannabis use among minors. Controlled distribution with age verification protects better than the black market.
Take Action
MAKE PRESSURE
The law hasn't fallen yet. Your engagement matters – sign petitions, write to your representative, and share this information.
German Hemp Association
Protest Mails to CDU/CSU
The DHV organizes protest mails directly to CDU/CSU representatives. Simple, fast and effective – directly from your browser.
Protest nowChange.org Petition
Stop medical cannabis ban
Over 58,000 people have already signed. The petition targets planned restrictions on medical cannabis.
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Fund the fight
The German Hemp Association fights politically and legally against the reversal. Support Germany's most important cannabis lobby organization.
Support DHVCritical Date
April 2026: Next EKOCAN interim report
The second evaluation report is due in April 2026. It could be decisive for whether CDU pressure on the SPD increases or legalization is confirmed. Now is the right time to get active.
STAY
INFORMED
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