Frequently asked questions on the Cannabis Act

What we are doing to protect juveniles from consuming cannabis

Why did the Federal Government decide to implement the controlled passing on of cannabis for non-medical use to adults? What are the objectives of the Cannabis Act and how does it ensure child, youth and health protection? What is prohibited and what is permitted and to what extent? You can find answers to these and other questions in the FAQ we have compiled here.

General

Health and consumer protection

Child and youth protection

Provisions on the possession of cannabis

Private self-cultivation

Cultivation associations

Medicinal cannabis

Road traffic

Addiction prevention

Criminal law

Research

Further information

  • Cannabis Act (CanG)

    Here you can find all the information on the “Cannabis Act” as well as drafts available for download

  • Cannabis: Better youth and health protection

    Website with further links on children’s and youth protection

  • Effects of Cannabis Legalisation (ECaLe)

    The full study and the policy paper can be downloaded here

Last change: 4. August 2025

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