What are the risks of legalizing recreational cannabis in Morocco? The Heterogeneity of Global Legal Frameworks Concerning the Purchase and Consumption of Cannabis.

This article examines the implications of the recreational cannabis legalization in six countries, assessing its effects on the prevalence of cannabis use, judicial consequences and economic repercussions. The results of the studies carried out in the aforementioned countries reveal variability of the policies adopted and their impacts. The aim is to take these elements into account in the Moroccan context to assess the advantages and disadvantages of a potential legalization of recreational cannabis. This article provides a synthesis of existing research on the impact of legalization, offering a basis for making informed decisions on recreational, medical and industrial cannabis policy while preserving Morocco's historical and cognitive heritage.