Question NW737 to the Minister of Justice and Correctional Services
09 April 2019 - NW737
Mulaudzi, Adv TE to ask the Minister of Justice and Correctional Services
What number of persons are currently in prison because of possession of marijuana in quantities under 10 grams?
Reply:
The information regarding possession of marijuana in quantities is not captured on the Admission and Release System, however the below table depicts the total number of inmates incarcerated and detained for possession of marijuana.
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Number of Inmates incarcerated and detained for possession of marijuana |
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|
Remand detainees |
651 |
|
Sentenced offenders |
390 |
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Total |
1 041 |