Sort of! Weed is partially legal in Puntarenas Province.
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In Puntarenas Province, Costa Rica, the legal status of marijuana aligns with the country's broader laws on cannabis. Personal consumption of marijuana is not subject to criminal penalties, but the sale and production of marijuana on a large scale are illegal under General Health Law 5395 and Narcotics Law No. 8204. The laws in Costa Rica regarding marijuana are somewhat ambiguous, with interpretations suggesting that personal consumption in small doses may be permissible in private settings. Police enforcement typically confiscates drugs for possession of small dosages, while larger amounts can lead to formal arrests. As of March 2022, medicinal cannabis has been approved in Costa Rica for therapeutic and medicinal use under specific regulations.