Have Your Say: Amendments to Cannabis for Private Purposes Bill [B19–2020]
The Portfolio Committee on Justice and Correctional Services is currently considering amendments to the Cannabis for Private Purposes Bill [B19 – 2020].
The committee invites interested parties/stakeholders to make written submissions on alternative solutions by which to address the issue of the prohibited use, possession and cultivation of, or dealing in, cannabis by children (persons younger than 18 years), with due regard to the best interest of the child. The alternative methods proposed by the Committee are that the child must be dealt with outside of the criminal justice system, in terms of—
(i) The Children’s Act, 2005 (Act No. 38 of 2005);
(ii) The Prevention of and Treatment from Substance Abuse Act, 2008 (Act No. 70 of 2008); or
(iii) Any other relevant legislation.
Submissions must be received by no later than 13 October 2023.
Enquiries may be directed to Mr V Ramaano. Submissions must be emailed to cannabisbill@parliament.gov.za. Copies of the extended Bill with amendments under consideration may be obtained from Mr V Ramaano, cell: 083 709 8427 or www.parliament.gov.za
Issued by Hon. Mr BG Magwanishe, MP, Chairperson: PC on Justice and Correctional Services
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