The Supreme Court of Mexico ( SCJN ) declared the criminalization and punishment of individuals in possession of marijuana for personal use is unconstitutional. Prior to the ruling, the law indicated any individual in possession of more than 5 grams of marijuana could serve three years in prison. Today's ruling makes punishment for possession of any amount unconstitutional as long as there is no intent to distribute.
This Wednesday, May 11, the First Chamber of the Court determined the invalidity of Article 478 of the General Health Law ( LGS ), which allowed the possession of fewer than 5 grams . . .
