Cannabis in Russia

Cannabis in Russia
Location of Russia (dark green)
MedicinalIllegal
RecreationalIllegal
Map of cannabis laws in Europe
Legality of cannabis in Europe
  Legal for recreational use
  Legal for medical use
  Illegal
Hemp harvesting, USSR 1956

Cannabis is illegal in Russia. Possession of up to 6 grams (or two grams of hashish) is an administrative offense, punishable by a fine or detention of 15 days. Possession of larger amounts is a criminal offense.[1][2]

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