The report, authored by experts from universities in Düsseldorf, Hamburg, and Tübingen, indicates a slight increase in legal cannabis consumption, with the black market being gradually displaced. However, concerns arise regarding the prescription of high-THC medicinal cannabis and a decline in early intervention programs for youth. Law enforcement faces challenges in addressing ongoing illegal cannabis trade, and while the overall consumption increase linked to the reform remains unclear, the report emphasizes the need for legal adjustments to enhance youth protection and intervention strategies.