A Bill which seeks to decriminalize ganja for medicinal, religious and personal use, was tabled in the Senate on Friday.
The Dangerous Drugs (Amendment) Act was laid on the table by Minister of Justice Senator Mark Golding.
The amendments will make the possession of small quantities of ganja, amounting to two ounces or less, a non-arrestable but ticketable infraction, attracting a fine payable outside of the court, but not resulting in the possessor attaining a criminal record.
However, failure to pay the penalty will be deemed a minor offence punishable in the Petty Sessions Court by an order for community service.
The legislation prohibits the smoking of ganja in public spaces, subject to specified exemptions.
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