Drugs
The Federal Narcotics Act prohibits the possession, sale or consumption of illegal drugs. Even in small quantities.
If you deal in drugs, there are serious penalties.
Drugs, alcohol and tobacco
It is important to comply with drug, alcohol and tobacco laws. Here’s what you need to know:
Alcohol and tobacco
The sale of alcohol and tobacco is limited by age. In the Canton of Jura:
- it is prohibited to sell alcoholic beverages to young people under the age of 16
- it is prohibited to sell tobacco and hard liquor to young people under the age of 18.
The ban on smoking
There are strict rules on where smoking is prohibited.
These rules serve to protect the health of all.
Smoking is prohibited:
- in enclosed public spaces (hospitals, government offices, schools, museums, cinemas, theatres, trains and buses, shops and shopping centres)
- in premises where several people work
The right to smoke in restaurants depends on the size of the restaurant. In many restaurants there is a special smoking room. We call it a smoke house.
Some people find it hard to stop smoking or taking drugs.
They have addictions (to tobacco, drugs, etc.). You can find information on options for assistance and addiction prevention, e.g. help services and support organisations.
