· Spain
Spain starts fining possession and use in public
Private use had been left alone since 1983. A public safety law now made having or using drugs in a public place an administrative offence with a fine, which could be suspended if the person entered treatment.
Index score
3430−4 points
Score by segment
| Segment | Before | After | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Possession25% of the index | 4 | 3 | −1 |
| Personal cultivation25% of the index | 3 | 3 | — |
| Punishment & enforcement20% of the index | 5 | 5 | — |
| Sharing & gifting10% of the index | 2 | 2 | — |
| Consumption10% of the index | 4 | 3 | −1 |
| Legal access10% of the index | 0 | 0 | — |
Segments are scored from 0 to 10. Spain's scores have changed again since.