Hong Kong jails first person under cannabis compound CBD ban

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HONG KONG: A 32-year-old woman was jailed on Friday (Jul 7) for bringing cannabidiol (CBD) into Hong Kong, the first criminal conviction under the city's recent blanket ban on the substance. CBD - a non-psychoactive derivative of the cannabis plant - is touted by its users as reducing pain, stress

A 32-year-old woman was jailed on Friday for bringing cannabidiol into Hong Kong, the first criminal conviction under the city's recent blanket ban on the substance.

The woman was found to have two bottles of CBD personal care products when clearing customs, after travelling to Hong Kong from the United States on Mar 29, according to authorities, who declined to give her nationality.Commentary: Hong Kong's ban of CBD products signals strict post-COVID era as city reopens

Hong Kong customs said the jail term"reflects the seriousness of the offence and serves as a clear warning to the general public".

 

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