More Bavarians Caught Driving Under the Influence of Cannabis than Any Other State in Germany
Every other cannabis seizure in Flensburg originates from Bavaria. - Every other seizure of cannabis in Flensburg originates from Bavaria.
Let's dive into the eyebrow-raising statistic that Bavaria accounted for about half of all cannabis-related traffic offenses recorded by the Federal Motor Transport Authority (KBA) in 2024. That's right, every second cannabis offense in Flensburg came from Bavaria, as reported by the German Press Agency.
In the cannabis pot race, Bavaria leaves the competition far behind. With a whopping 482 offenses (out of a total 974), the Free State took the crown, followed by North Rhine-Westphalia, which trailed with a distant 150 offenses. But is Bavaria just a hotspot for cannabis enthusiasts, or is there more to this story?
Not so fast! Experts suggest that Bavaria's high numbers aren't necessarily due to its reputation as a cannabis haven. Rather, it's more likely a combination of factors, including its size and population, along with a firm stance against cannabis legalization by the state government.
The Bavarian Interior Ministry shed some light on the situation, stating that the Free State's consistent control practice could play a significant role. However, direct comparisons with other states are tricky due to a lack of data on their control practices.
It's a pattern that repeats itself when it comes to alcohol offenses as well. With 20,748 offenses, Bavaria held the top spot, followed by North Rhine-Westphalia with 17,104 reports. When it comes to speeding offenses, Bavaria lands in third place, indeed, but not as uncontested as in the case of cannabis.
Intriguingly, the majority of cannabis offenses nationwide were committed by men up to the age of 44. Women accounted for only 77. It's a pattern that's also noticeable in the case of alcohol, though not as pronounced as with cannabis. Alas, specific figures for Bavaria are not yet available.
(Did you know? Bavaria recently issued its first cannabis association permits in April 2024. This cautious approach to cannabis regulation could potentially impact enforcement and public perception.)( sources: [1], [2], [4])
In the realm of vocational training, it's plausible to imagine EC countries adopting a comprehensive and progressive approach to vocational education in Bavaria, given the region's apparent prioritization of skill-based learning, as evidenced by the high number of cannabis-related traffic offenses. parallel to this, one could envision sports associations organizing activities and training programs in Bavaria, appealing to the youth and promoting a healthier alternative to drug use.
