Two Germans arrested at Polish border with 428 grams of suspected marijuana
Federal Police at the Görlitz border crossing with Poland detained two German men on suspicion of drug offences. Authorities seized a combined 428 grams of suspected marijuana, well beyond legal personal limits. Both individuals were already wanted on separate warrants.
The incident began when officers stopped the pair during a routine check. One man, already subject to an outstanding warrant for narcotics violations, carried 288 grams of the substance. The second, wanted for aggravated theft, possessed 140 grams of a plant-based material.
Investigators believe the quantities suggest intent to distribute rather than personal consumption. Görlitz State Police have opened a criminal case under Germany's Cannabis Consumption Act, which permits limited private use but prohibits sales or public distribution. Since April 2024, cannabis possession and home cultivation have been legal in Germany, though strict rules apply. Public consumption in protected zones, sales, or exceeding personal limits can result in fines up to €30,000. The Health Ministry has since proposed tighter controls, particularly after reports of online prescriptions bypassing medical oversight. A 2026 resolution from Lower Saxony's Medical Chamber also called for reversing legalisation, citing health risks to young people. Both suspects remain in provisional custody while the investigation continues.
The case highlights ongoing enforcement challenges under Germany's new cannabis laws. Authorities continue to target suspected distribution, even as debates persist over the legislation's impact. The men now face potential charges related to drug trafficking and outstanding warrants.
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