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Cannabis Laws in Kansas

Fully Legalized for Adult Use?

Fully Legalized for Medical Use?

CBD only?

Decriminalized?

Disclaimer: This information is provided for general informational purposes only and may not reflect the most current legal requirements in Kansas. Cannabislaws.global recommends you consult with a qualified local attorney or legal expert for accurate and up-to-date information. This information is not intended as legal advice and should not be relied upon as such. Use of this information is at your own risk.

Does Kansas have a recreational use program?

No, recreational use is not legal in Kansas. Under Section 65-4105 of the 2012 Statute, the state designates marijuana as a Schedule I substance and forbids both its medical and recreational usage.

 

Does Kansas have a medical program?

No, medical cannabis is not legal in Kansas. However, Governor Jeff Colyer signed SB 282 in 2018, allowing the usage of CBD products with no THC.

Claire and Lola’s Law was also enacted into law by Governor Laura Kelly in 2019, providing an affirmative defense for anyone who carries CBD treatment preparations. These formulations are oils high in CBD and low in THC—no more than 5%.

 

What are the rules for medical use?

CBD dispensaries can only sell items made from CBD. Products containing up to 5% THC can also be bought with CBD as long as they have written recommendations from Kansas physicians.

 

What are the qualifying medical conditions for eligibility?

There is no medical program in Kansas.

 

What are the medical program limits?

There is no medical program in Kansas.

 

What methods of use are permitted under the medical program?

There is no medical program in Kansas.

 

Is there home delivery for medical cannabis?

As a Schedule I controlled substance, marijuana is prohibited in Kansas for both medical and recreational purposes. For this reason, it is illegal to deliver marijuana anywhere in the state.

 

Is CBD legal in Kansas?

Yes, CBD is legal in Kansas. Legal hemp oil can be obtained as long as it contains no THC.

CBD was removed from the definition of marijuana by Senate Bill 282, which was signed into law by Governor Jeff Colyer in 2018. Legally, as long as there is no detectable THC present, CBD-based products may be used, possessed, and sold at retail.

 

Is cannabis decriminalized in Kansas?

No, cannabis is not decriminalized in Kansas. In Kansas, simply having marijuana in your possession is a crime. A first-time offender faces a maximum penalty of $1,000 in fines and six months in jail.

Disclaimer: This information is provided for general informational purposes only and may not reflect the most current legal requirements in Kansas. Cannabislaws.global recommends you consult with a qualified local attorney or legal expert for accurate and up-to-date information. This information is not intended as legal advice and should not be relied upon as such. Use of this information is at your own risk.