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Cannabis — ProhibitedEurope

Moldova

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

Moldova prohibits cannabis under its Criminal Code and drug control legislation. Possession of small amounts was partially decriminalized with administrative penalties, but cultivation, sale, and trafficking remain serious criminal offenses enforced by the Ministry of Internal Affairs.

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Regulator
Ministry of Internal Affairs — National Anti-Drug Agency
Key Legislation
Law No. 382 on Narcotic and Psychotropic Substances
Year Legalized
N/A
Program Size
N/A — Prohibited

Key Facts

  • Cannabis is illegal in Moldova, classified as a narcotic substance under Law No. 382 of 2004 on Narcotic and Psychotropic Substances
  • Possession of small quantities for personal use may result in administrative fines rather than criminal prosecution under 2008 amendments
  • Trafficking and large-scale cultivation carry sentences of 7 to 15 years imprisonment under the Criminal Code
  • Moldova is a transit country for drug trafficking between Central Asia and Western Europe, and anti-narcotics enforcement is a government priority
  • There is no legal medical cannabis program, and no significant political movement toward cannabis reform exists

Key Legislation

Law No. 382 on Narcotic and Psychotropic Substances (2004)

Regulatory Body

Ministry of Internal Affairs — National Anti-Drug Agency

Country Info
ISO Code
MD
Region
Europe
Tier
Tier 4 — Prohibited
Status
Cannabis — Prohibited
Sources
Moldova Ministry of Internal Affairs
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.