PRI: Public Radio International

Court OKs Netherlands ban on foreigners using famous marijuana cafes

Fri, 27 Apr 2012 12:25:00 -0500

The Netherlands is moving to ban foreigners from the coffee shops that have become famous for selling legal marijuana. Locals will still be able to visit, but a court on Friday approved a national ban on outsiders being served in the cafes. Some government officials and shopkeepers, however, are upset by the new ban.

Brian

Fri, 27 Apr 2012 12:52:58 -0500

In Napa, California officials are considering selling our world-famous wine to only Americans because foreigners often travel here, become drunk, and enjoy themselves in public where everyone can see!

They don't expect the new rules to impact tourism.

dave

Fri, 27 Apr 2012 13:01:36 -0500

"The government had become concerned that foreign tourists were visiting just to take advantage of the country's lax laws when it comes for marijuana."

And why is that a problem?