# High Court Rules on Rastafarian Cannabis Use | Barbados News

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Published: 2026-08-01T00:37:27+00:00
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A High Court judge has ruled that current cannabis laws are constitutional and justified, even though they limit Rastafarian religious practices—particularly private sacramental use at home. While acknowledging the interference with privacy and faith, the court found public health, safety, and crime prevention outweigh religious claims. The Sacramental Cannabis Act allows limited use in approved places of worship but not in homes or for cultivation. The judge emphasized Parliament’s role in lawmaking, rejecting the claim that existing rules are discriminatory or unconstitutional. The ruling upholds broad public interest protections over expanded religious accommodation. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/3e46e2b63d456cc5

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