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Is cannabis legal in Brazil?

Decriminalized

Short answer: Not legal, but decriminalized: personal use of small amounts is usually not prosecuted as a crime in Brazil.

Last checked against the official sources on this page on 6 September 2026.

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A 2024 Supreme Court ruling made possession of up to 40 g and six female plants an administrative matter rather than a crime. Medical access runs through ANVISA-authorized products and imports. Trafficking remains a serious crime.

Rules for this jurisdiction are being curated. Check back soon.