The Cannabis Social Club

This book provides an in-depth account of the Cannabis Social Club model,a possible 'middle ground' option for the supply of cannabis. It offers a critical analysis of the model's key features,operations,and policy outcomes,and considers its potential for adaptation to the supply of other substances. The book is relevant to academics and policy makers in drug policy analysis,criminology,economics,policy studies,and anthropology.

Format: Hardback
Length: 238 pages
Publication date: 29 July 2022
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

As cannabis legalization reforms gather momentum, there is a growing concern that non-profit, 'middle ground' options may remain under-researched and thus less visible. This book offers an in-depth exploration of one such potential model for the supply of cannabis: the Cannabis Social Club (CSC).

Cannabis Social Clubs (CSCs) are formal, non-profit associations of adult cannabis users who produce and distribute cannabis among themselves at cost price. They operate as user-driven models for the supply of cannabis, with a presence in various jurisdictions worldwide. While CSCs remain primarily grassroots, unregulated initiatives in most places, they have gained legal recognition in Uruguay and Malta, and have sparked recent debates and legislative proposals in other countries.

This book brings together contributions from esteemed scholars from diverse countries, including Belgium, Canada, New Zealand, Spain, Uruguay, and the United States. Drawing on case studies, empirical findings, and policy reflections, the authors examine the CSC model from various disciplinary perspectives. Part one provides a detailed analysis of CSC operations, highlighting their geographical distribution, organizational structures, and key features. Part two delves into policy outcomes and explores the potential design of a regulatory market for cannabis, while also considering the adaptability of the CSC model for supplying other substances.

The Cannabis Social Club is a valuable resource for academics and researchers in the fields of drug policy analysis, criminology, economics, policy studies, and anthropology. It offers insightful perspectives on the evolving landscape of cannabis regulation and provides valuable insights for policy makers. Additionally, it will be of interest to policymakers, journalists, law enforcement personnel, and anyone with an interest in understanding the potential implications of cannabis legalization and the role of alternative supply models.

Weight: 640g
Dimension: 234 x 156 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780367519063