Brazil's Supreme Court Decriminalizes Marijuana Possession for Personal Use

The ruling aims to reduce prison overcrowding but faces potential legislative challenges.

The court's decision does not legalize marijuana but removes criminal penalties for possession of small amounts.
Judges must still define what quantity constitutes personal use, with discussions setting thresholds up to 60 grams.
Brazil's Congress is advancing a proposal to criminalize drug possession, potentially conflicting with the court's ruling.
Activists argue the decision could address racial and social biases in drug-related incarcerations.
Brazil has one of the world's highest prison populations, with a significant portion incarcerated for drug-related offenses.