- This week the Cannabis Cup is held again in Amsterdam (Sunday 20 - Thursday 24 November). But this year the Cannabis Cup did not end the fantastic way it has done for the last 23 years.
At Wednesday, Dutch police raided the High Times Cannabis Cup Expo. Dozens of uniformed officers quickly occupied the building and separated the hundreds of attendees from exhibitors, who were instructed to remain at their tables.
According to a police officer, an undercover police had investigated the Expo at Tuesday and seen violations of the Opium Act. He cited things such as some people giving away free samples of marijuana and hash, offering bong hits to promote their business, and so on. The police also wanted to ensure that all vendors were in compliance with tax laws and the 500 gram limit for marijuana that is enforced in The Netherlands, for coffeeshop owners.
It took about two hours for police to clear the hall. Everyone was searched before being allowed to leave, and all marijuana and hash was confiscated. As far as we know, only one person was arrested for having 700 grams of marijuana in possession.
According to High Times the Award Show in The Melkweg at Thursday will still continue, but the raid of Wednesday will definitely have a great impact on the chill vibe the Cannabis Cup is known for.
Source: SimplyAmsterdam
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