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So i'm in a country where cannabis is legal. Back home it is illegal. How big of a risk is it to take something in the luggage (NOT carry-on)? Are those edibles that look like real candy safer?

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[–] philz@lemmy.world 13 points 1 year ago

Not worth it. I try to either get some when I land or just take a little break until I get back home.

I’ve taken a few vape pens and edibles on domestic US flights, but wouldn’t risk anything involving international travel.

[–] canitendtherabbits@lemmy.world 11 points 1 year ago (1 children)
[–] WhatsHerBucket@lemmy.world 1 points 1 year ago

Came to say these exact words

[–] thanksbrother@kbin.social 11 points 1 year ago

If there is a non-zero percent chance of jail time, just score at home. It’s not worth it. Jail sucks.

[–] 3migo@lemmy.world 7 points 1 year ago

It's arguably safer in your carry on than it is your checked luggage.

But going through customs on the other side where all your bags are likely to be scanned and searched, absolutely not worth the risk. Just buy new bud at your end destination.

[–] orcrist@lemm.ee 4 points 1 year ago (1 children)

What is your home country? What is the penalty if you get caught?

[–] 666dollarfootlong@lemmy.world 3 points 1 year ago* (last edited 1 year ago) (1 children)

Finland. I'm not sure exactly, but probably a hefty fine at most

[–] SeeleLowe@lemmy.world 5 points 1 year ago

I think you should know what the punishment for a first offense is first. Then know if there is a decriminalized amount you could get away with. Then it's just your risk tolerance. Good luck.

to be clear this community would never encourage anyone to break the law. However I believe it should be up to everyone to pick their own route.

[–] Faendol@sh.itjust.works 2 points 1 year ago

I agree with a lot of commenters that it just isn't worth it to take the risk. If you really want weed wherever you are going I'd try to buy it there.

[–] Colt420@lemmy.world 1 points 1 year ago* (last edited 1 year ago)

Carry on or on you don't put that in check bag imo. Not saying to do this at all. Also depending on how much you know about the security, if it's just metal detectors you might be able to walk it thru on you in a smell proof container in a sock or something. How ever I wouldn't even attempt something like that with the new 360° scanner style detectors. Those go off randomly even when your pockets are empty. Ive also never attempted such going thru customs/international borders which would likely be much riskier both in getting caught and the repercussions.. like others are saying I'd really recommend scoring some that's already in your country. Let someone else be the mule.. also I never commented on this post if anyone asks js

[–] PerogiBoi@lemmy.ca 1 points 1 year ago (1 children)

Has anyone had any success taking gummies or other edibles overseas? How has that gone?

[–] 666dollarfootlong@lemmy.world 2 points 1 year ago

Yea thos is what i'm mostly interested in, but thanks anyway for your two cents (mine ain't free)

[–] bufordt@sh.itjust.works 1 points 1 year ago

Mail it if you can't get stuff at home.

Typically all they can do if they catch things in the mail is confiscate it. Otherwise you could easily set people up by mailing drugs to them.

[–] Goodbyeworld@lemmy.world 1 points 1 year ago

I think you could disguise a small amount. But, as others have mentioned, jail really really sucks. So, if you are set on bringing some, I would advise edibles in the carry on.

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