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Cannabis — ProhibitedLATAM

Bolivia

Medical cannabis is prohibited in Bolivia. Severe criminal penalties may apply for possession, use, or trafficking.

Cannabis is illegal in Bolivia for recreational and commercial purposes under the Law of the Regime Applicable to Controlled Substances (Law 1008 of 1988). Bolivia maintains strict anti-drug policies, though enforcement has historically focused more on coca than cannabis. There is no medical cannabis program.

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Regulator
Fuerza Especial de Lucha Contra el Narcotrafico
Key Legislation
Law 1008 — Law of the Regime Applicable to Controlled Substances
Year Legalized
N/A
Program Size
N/A — Prohibited

Key Facts

  • Law 1008 of 1988 criminalizes cannabis possession, trafficking, and cultivation with penalties ranging from 1 to 25 years in prison depending on the offense
  • Bolivia's anti-drug enforcement body FELCN conducts regular operations targeting cannabis cultivation and trafficking networks
  • The country's drug policy has historically prioritized coca leaf regulation, with cannabis receiving comparatively less enforcement attention
  • Small-scale cannabis cultivation occurs in tropical lowland regions, particularly in the Chapare and Yungas areas
  • There have been no significant legislative proposals to decriminalize or legalize cannabis for medical or recreational use

Key Legislation

Law 1008 — Law of the Regime Applicable to Controlled Substances (1988)

Regulatory Body

Fuerza Especial de Lucha Contra el Narcotrafico (FELCN); Ministry of Government

Country Info
ISO Code
BO
Region
LATAM
Tier
Tier 4 — Prohibited
Status
Cannabis — Prohibited
Sources
Bolivia Law 1008 — Gaceta Oficial
Disclaimer: This information is for general reference only and does not constitute legal advice. Cannabis regulations change frequently. Always verify with official sources and local legal counsel before making compliance decisions.