Tel Aviv, Israel
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Marijuana laws and legislation for Tel Aviv
Israel is one of the leading countries in cannabis reform. Since 1999, medical cannabis has been legal in Israel, and patients with conditions such as chronic pain or cancer can receive cannabis-based treatments by prescription. Israel has one of the most advanced medical cannabis programs in the world. In 2018, Israel also began decriminalizing recreational marijuana for adults. Possession of up to 15 grams of marijuana is now a criminal offense. Growing cannabis for personal use is also permitted, but public consumption of marijuana remains illegal. Israel continues to be a leader in cannabis research and has made significant progress in medical cannabis treatments. The country is also discussing the full legalization of marijuana for recreational use, but this has not yet been fully implemented.
Please note that marijuana laws are subject to change. For the most up-to-date information, consult your country's official resources or a legal advisor.
Criminal prosecution
The police usually ignore marijuana smokers, but will likely arrest you if you get into other trouble and are carrying marijuana.
The police are trying to catch distributors, such as people who grow cannabis, rather than arresting petty criminals who only smoke or carry small amounts. However, if you are caught with a small amount, there's a good chance you'll spend a night in the police station and then be released with a warning.
Where can you buy marijuana?
Basically, all you need to do is find someone kind enough to have a joint and ask them for a "boof," which is the Hebrew word for a small piece of hashish. With a bit of luck, you'll get a boof for free, or with even more luck, you can buy some. If you approach a few people and make friends, they'll usually offer you some if you leave them a small piece. Recommended areas to ask or look for are Strand and Allenby—the nightclub street. However, the best place to smoke unnoticed is the central bus station in southern Tel Aviv (known as "Tachana Merkazit"). But be careful: security is very tight, and there are plainclothes security guards everywhere in the station. They're mainly looking for security reasons, not for people smoking hashish. Be discreet and keep your eyes open. With a bit of luck, you might run into a dealer. You can usually find hashish and maybe some good weed, too. Make sure you check out the stuff before you pay.
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Prices:
Prices in Israel are generally low. Here are our price recommendations:
10 grams of hashish, also called "Tolla" , cost 150 to 250 NIS (good quality costs 200).
Israel uses the metric system, so everything is measured in grams:
A “tola” or “etzba” – 10 grams of hashish – costs approximately 200 shekels.
One gram of good hydro – 70–80 shekels (in Jerusalem it can also be 100–120 shekels).
Brands:
The majority of marijuana produced in Israel comes from Lebanon. It is of good quality, but often has a low THC content.
The quality of marijuana available in Tel Aviv has improved dramatically in recent years. It's quite expensive, but when it's good, it's very good!
Country: Israel
Time zone: GMT/UTC +2
Telephone area code: +972-3
Marijuana and hashish are widely available in Israel, especially in the Tel Aviv area. If you want to go to a party, just check your mailbox and read the numerous party flyers, which are often even divided into sections for joint filters. So, if you're not in the mood for a party, you can at least roll something for fun. The only problem with smoking in Israel is that it's still (formally) illegal. You can't buy it in stores, but if you look around a bit, you'll know where to find it. Beware of undercover officers—there are many of them. One way to identify an unmarked police car is by its license plate, which usually ends in 00 (e.g., 99-764-00). But don't worry about getting caught just for saying "marijuana" on the street. People in Israel are very open-minded about marijuana, and several parties in parliament are currently working on its legalization.
Now a little about smoking in Israel and its quality:
The hashish here is great, I must say, and there are many varieties, so you can really enjoy it. Jaras is a little harder to find here, but still not impossible. Considering that marijuana isn't legal here, the prices are really good. For example, 8 grams of marijuana (about the size of a matchbox) costs 50 shekels (local currency), which is about $10, so the prices aren't bad. 50 grams of marijuana cost 200 shekels (currently $1 = 4,50 shekels), so again, a really good price: 50 grams for $45. Hashish costs about 100–150 shekels for about 10 grams (a so-called "finger"—"Eatzba" or "Tulla").
And after you've bought your weed, you'll probably want to smoke it...
The most popular way to smoke here is with bongs, which work like water pipes, only smaller and more convenient. Bongs are available at almost every kiosk, and they're free. Don't worry, I think the people at the kiosk will even explain how to use them. In Tel Aviv, there are many 24-hour kiosks selling cigarettes, alcohol, and a wide variety of after-hours products. Asking about smoking supplies there is generally safe. Of course, they won't sell them themselves, but they might be able to help you. Always remember, though, to decide for yourself who you ask and how you ask.
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