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Cannabis Laws in Missouri

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 Missouri. 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 Missouri have a recreational use program?

Yes, recreational use is legal in Missouri. On November 8, 2022, marijuana was made legal for recreational use in Missouri. On February 3, 2023, sales of cannabis for adult use were authorized.

 

Does Missouri have a medical program?

Yes, medical cannabis is legal in Missouri. Constitution Amendment 2, which legalized medical marijuana, was approved by Missouri voters in November 2018 with a 66% majority vote.

 

What are the rules for medical use?

The Department of Health and Senior Services (DHSS) in Missouri offers an online registry system that people can use to sign up for the Medical Marijuana Program. After getting a licensed doctor’s certification through an electronic form, a patient who meets the requirements must create an account in the online registry system. After that, they can sign up for the Missouri Medical Marijuana Program as a patient.

To get a medical marijuana card in Missouri, you no longer have to live in the state. You can apply for a medical marijuana card in Missouri online at the state’s site for medical marijuana.

Minors in Missouri can get medical marijuana cards if their parents or legal guardians allow them. Minor applicants must show forms that have been signed by their parents or legal guardians.

 

What are the qualifying medical conditions for eligibility?

  • Glaucoma
  • Epilepsy
  • Cancer
  • HIV or AIDS
  • A chronic medical condition characterized by severe, persistent pain or muscle spasms
  • Parkinson’s disease
  • Tourette’s syndrome
  • Post-traumatic stress disorder
  • Terminal illness
  • Wasting syndrome
  • Alzheimer’s disease
  • Hepatitis C
  • Inflammatory bowel disease
  • Huntington’s disease
  • Crohn’s disease

What are the medical program limits?

People in Missouri who have medical marijuana cards can buy up to 6 ounces of medical cannabis from licensed dispensaries every 30 days.

 

What methods of use are permitted under the medical program?

There are no clear medical rules available.

 

Is there home delivery for medical cannabis?

Yes. Delivery services for marijuana in the state are allowed which makes it easy for people to get marijuana products for medical or recreational use.

It’s important to remember that orders for cannabis delivery in Missouri can’t go over the limits set by the DHSS for medical patients and recreational users.

 

Is CBD legal in Missouri?

Yes, CBD is legal in Missouri. CBD products made from hemp that contain less than 0.3% THC are legal and easy to find in Missouri. However, CBD oil made from marijuana is only legal for medical marijuana patients and can only be bought with a doctor’s prescription.

 

Is cannabis decriminalized in Missouri?

Yes, cannabis is decriminalized in Missouri.

Possession of 10 grams or less of marijuana is now considered a Class D misdemeanor under SB 491’s provisions, punishable by a $500 maximum fine. A second offense, however, would result in a maximum fine of $2,000 and a year in jail.

If found in possession of between 10 and 35 grams of marijuana, a person in Missouri faces misdemeanor charges, which carry a maximum fine of $2,000 and a year in jail.

It is a crime to possess between 35 grams and 30 kilograms of marijuana, and the maximum penalty is $10,000 in fines or 7 years in prison.

Disclaimer: This information is provided for general informational purposes only and may not reflect the most current legal requirements in Missouri. 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.