· Netherlands
The Netherlands bans possession of cannabis
Import and export had been restricted since 1928. An amendment to the Opium Act now made possessing, producing and selling cannabis offences too, just over twenty years before the country became known for tolerating it.
Index score
9812−86 points
Score by segment
| Segment | Before | After | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Possession25% of the index | 10 | 1 | −9 |
| Personal cultivation25% of the index | 10 | 1 | −9 |
| Punishment & enforcement20% of the index | 10 | 2 | −8 |
| Sharing & gifting10% of the index | 10 | 1 | −9 |
| Consumption10% of the index | 10 | 2 | −8 |
| Legal access10% of the index | 8 | 0 | −8 |
Segments are scored from 0 to 10. Netherlands's scores have changed again since.