Cannabis in Iraq
.svg) Location of Iraq (dark green) | |
| Medicinal | Illegal |
|---|---|
| Recreational | Illegal |
Cannabis is illegal in Iraq. Possession of even the smallest amounts can lead to 3 to 15 years in prison.[1]
History
Cannabis was allegedly introduced to Iraq in 1230 CE during the reign of Caliph Al-Mustansir Bi'llah by the entourage of Bahraini rulers visiting Iraq.[2] However, it was likely used by the people of Mesopotamia as early as the late Bronze Age.
References
- ^ "Cannabis in Iraq – Laws, Use, Attitudes, and Other Info". Sensi Seeds. Retrieved 2020-12-02.
- ^ Franz Rosenthal (1971). زهر العريش في احكام الحشيش: Haschish Versus Medieval Muslim Society. Brill Archive. pp. 53–. GGKEY:PXU3DXJBE76.
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