Baden-Württemberg Social Minister Manne Lucha (Greens) wants the entry into force postponed. The traffic light coalition's legal plans provide for a controlled release of the drug with numerous rules and requirements.

Cultivation and possession of certain quantities for personal consumption should be permitted for adults from April 1st. Clubs for non-commercial cultivation should be possible on July 1st, according to the plans. There is widespread criticism of the plans, including from medical associations, the judiciary and domestic politicians.