· Ireland
Ireland lets police caution for cannabis possession
The adult caution scheme was extended to simple possession of cannabis, so a first offence can end with a formal caution and no prosecution.
Index score
1214+2 points
Score by segment
| Segment | Before | After | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Possession25% of the index | 1 | 1 | — |
| Personal cultivation25% of the index | 1 | 1 | — |
| Punishment & enforcement20% of the index | 2 | 3 | +1 |
| Sharing & gifting10% of the index | 1 | 1 | — |
| Consumption10% of the index | 1 | 1 | — |
| Legal access10% of the index | 1 | 1 | — |
Segments are scored from 0 to 10. The scores after the change are Ireland's current scores.