Growers get ready: confusion over cannabis legalisation is about to clear

[webfact]

While cannabis is no longer listed as an illicit drug under the Narcotics Code, secondary laws and regulations have yet to be amended to reflect its new status. (Photo by Mladen ANTONOV / AFP)

 

Despite cannabis being removed from the Narcotics Code last year, there is still confusion over its legal status given that growers and users continue being arrested for cannabis offenses.

 

Here’s what the public should know when it comes to Thailand’s journey towards the complete legalization of cannabis.

 

Just how legal is cannabis?

 

Deputy Prime Minister Wissanu Krea-ngam, the government’s legal guru, has advised people to wait for the air to clear as authorities sort out the issue.

 

Full story: https://www.thaipbsworld.com/growers-get-ready-confusion-over-cannabis-legalisation-is-about-to-clear/

 

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[Pique Dard]

same same, but different!

[hotchilli]

5 hours ago, webfact said:

Deputy Prime Minister Wissanu Krea-ngam, the government’s legal guru, has advised people to wait for the air to clear as authorities sort out the issue.

Just about sums it all up.

[Bohemianfish]

over promise, under deliver

[Paulaew]

If they allow personal cultivation (a big if), it will be impossible to control. The lid will be off, if you know what I mean.

 

But I would not feel so all alone

Everybody must get stoned

-- Bob Dylan

 

Paul Laew

 

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[mtls2005]

They are not going to allow private citizens, let alone aliens (with or without spouses) to grow any cannabis.

 

Cannabis will not be normalized, decriminalized or be made available for medical (unless under the control of the GPO) or recreational purposes.

 

 

 

 

[BritManToo]

6 hours ago, webfact said:

Deputy Prime Minister Wissanu Krea-ngam, the government’s legal guru, has advised people to wait for the air to clear as authorities sort out the issue.

Too late ........ it's already being grown everywhere.

[marcusb]

Couple years back they legalized/decriminalized small quantities in Mexico. Unfortunately most of the policemen didn't get the memo and they still fine/extort money from smokers, especially tourists.  

 Could see that happening here as well. 

[RocketDog]

15 minutes ago, mtls2005 said:

They are not going to allow private citizens, let alone aliens (with or without spouses) to grow any cannabis.

 

Cannabis will not be normalized, decriminalized or be made available for medical (unless under the control of the GPO) or recreational purposes.

 

 

 

 

Agreed. It's simply a bridge too far.

[RandiRona]

Full report will be published on 30th of February.

[clivebaxter]

40 minutes ago, mtls2005 said:

They are not going to allow private citizens, let alone aliens (with or without spouses) to grow any cannabis.

 

Cannabis will not be normalized, decriminalized or be made available for medical (unless under the control of the GPO) or recreational purposes.

 

 

 

 

Really

 

[mtls2005]

9 minutes ago, clivebaxter said:

Really

Sorry, who's this clown?

 

 

Yes, you'll be able to enjoy your leaves, shoots, stems and roots.

 

 

[brianthainess]

44 minutes ago, RandiRona said:

Full report will be published on 30th of February.

I once had this date to do my 90 day report. True story.

[brianthainess]

7 hours ago, webfact said:

Deputy Prime Minister Wissanu Krea-ngam, the government’s legal guru, has advised people to wait for the air to clear as authorities sort out the issue.

If they laid off the bong for a while, the smoke would clear, but smoking hemp wouldn't get a fly high, Why oh why don't they know the difference between hemp and marijuana, if they did then they would realize, the govt could make more money with less plants. ????  

[thierryviteau]

It's a long time that they are ready... to sell !!! Tons of weed with plenty of THC is already grown in Thailand and ready to be sold as soon as it is legal. Then you have the clowns who still do not understand from whom this decision has already been taken...

Thailand is the next weed paradise and I am so happy that all the grumpy old men and idiots, who were against legalization have failed... one more time ! It must be weird being an idiot living in the past without any intention to improve ????

 

 

[thierryviteau]

1 hour ago, mtls2005 said:

They are not going to allow private citizens, let alone aliens (with or without spouses) to grow any cannabis.

 

Cannabis will not be normalized, decriminalized or be made available for medical (unless under the control of the GPO) or recreational purposes.

 

 

 

 

yes so many champions like you who understand every single situation very well ! hahahaha I can't stop laughing !!! Thank you ❤️

 

 

[brianthainess]

1 hour ago, mtls2005 said:

They are not going to allow private citizens, let alone aliens (with or without spouses) to grow any cannabis.

 

Cannabis will not be normalized, decriminalized or be made available for medical (unless under the control of the GPO) or recreational purposes.

 

 

 

 

My Missus told me last night, that we can now grow ganga, I tried to explain to her, NO you MAY be able to grow hemp, but first you'd have to register with the govt, then they will take the flowers and leave you with leaves and stalks. Then I asked her "would you eat the leaves and branches of the Durian trees, but not eat the Durian ?" Her eyes glazed over, and off she went to clean the kitchen. LMAO.

[Adumbration]

Nothing relating to rules or regulations will ever be clear in Thailand.  Clarity removes any opportunity to receive tea money.

[BritManToo]

6 minutes ago, brianthainess said:

My Missus told me last night, that we can now grow ganga, I tried to explain to her,

Mansplaining at it's best.

Her house, her choice, let her do as she likes.

[RandiRona]

39 minutes ago, brianthainess said:

I once had this date to do my 90 day report. True story.

If their software tracks 30th of Feb as a valid date, I am not sure how much we can trust banking/financial in Thailand, not that I trust'em. 

[RandiRona]

23 minutes ago, Adumbration said:

to receive tea money

Just a little correction , it would be called THC money not tea money in case of cannabis.

THC stands for Thai Happiness Commission.

[mtls2005]

30 minutes ago, thierryviteau said:

Thailand is the next weed paradise and I am so happy that all the grumpy old men and idiots, who were against legalization have failed... one more time ! It must be weird being an idiot living in the past without any intention to improve

 

OK, I'm grumpy, old, an idiot, living in the past but I am NOT against legalization. My home state (U.S.) has been legal for a few years. Other than long lines, things seem to going well there.

 

 

I do follow this subject closely here, and am aware of thai "drug-law" history. Hence I feel comfortable saying what I say, cannabis normalization, decriminalization, recreational use: fughetaboutit

 

 

[mtls2005]

35 minutes ago, thierryviteau said:

Tons of weed with plenty of THC is already grown in Thailand and ready to be sold as soon as it is legal.

This must be in cold storage with the hoarded pork?

[sirineou]

8 hours ago, webfact said:

 

Deputy Prime Minister Wissanu Krea-ngam, the government’s legal guru, has advised people to wait for the air to clear as authorities sort out the issue

 

[DefaultName]

I'm not a fan.  Tried it a few times in the late 70's and went back to beer.  That said, IMO, the only reason it's illegal is because it's untaxable - anyone with seeds is set for life.

[connda]

My take is that after it is formally legalized, even though "all parts of cannabis are legal except for those containing more than 0.2 percent" it will be next to impossible to enforce if most households are growing it for personal use.  My guess is that as "possession of cannabis will no longer be an arrestable offense" the authorities aren't going to waste time trying to enforce the unenforceable.  It's decriminalized.  People will be able to grow it for personal use.   We'll see.  Sound encouraging imho.

[connda]

1 hour ago, BritManToo said:

Mansplaining at it's best.

Her house, her choice, let her do as she likes.

Mine keeps me informed of the current laws and has told me,
"Gun-Cha coming soon.  Wait little bit!"

[superal]

Never tried it myself cos you have to know where to get it but have known some guys who have quit the booze in favour of the weed , some for medicinal reasons and some for the high/relaxation . Have you made the change from drink to weed ? what price for say 1 months smoking . Have a friend who was given the oil at a government hospital , to treat his insomnia and he now has a good nights sleep 

[BritManToo]

15 minutes ago, superal said:

Never tried it myself cos you have to know where to get it but have known some guys who have quit the booze in favour of the weed , some for medicinal reasons and some for the high/relaxation . Have you made the change from drink to weed ? what price for say 1 months smoking . Have a friend who was given the oil at a government hospital , to treat his insomnia and he now has a good nights sleep 

I drink alcohol for entertainment and smoke cannabis for sleep and arthritis.  

I don't find cannabis any good for entertainment/recreation because 20 minutes later I'm asleep.

 

Assuming you already have the light (HLG240 approx 5,000bht) there's almost no other costs.

https://shopee.co.th/-ส่งฟรี-ไฟปลูกต้นไม้-HLG-v.3-240W-ชิป-Samsung-lm301H-660nm-3500K-Grow-light-ไฟปลูก-i.226046056.3618583029

This lamp is good for 2' x 4' or approx two large plants (around 4oz of flower).

 

You can grow 100s of plants from one $10 feminised seed (cuttings).

[connda]

3 hours ago, mtls2005 said:

They are not going to allow private citizens, let alone aliens (with or without spouses) to grow any cannabis.

 

Cannabis will not be normalized, decriminalized or be made available for medical (unless under the control of the GPO) or recreational purposes.

 

Actually, that's exactly what they are going to do.  I'm not taking this from these English language article, but from what my wife is saying based on Thai News.  Thais will get the promise Anutin made - "Thais will be able to grow cannabis like any other Thai herb."  I expect that to happen.
Remember:  Anutin For PM.  Happiness To The People!.

"After the announcement, possession of cannabis will no longer be an arrestable offense, according to Public Health Ministry’s deputy permanent secretary Thongchai Keeratihatthayakon. Neither will growing marijuana bushes get you into legal trouble – as long as they were not being cultivated for industrial purposes."