Missouri Marijuana Compliance
According to Missouri law, both medical and recreational marijuana are legal. Adults who are 21-years-old or older can possess up to three ounces of cannabis flower for personal use, whereas medical patients are permitted up to six ounces. Despite these changes, Amendment 3 maintains restrictions on public smoking and allows fines for non-compliance.
Here are some common questions and answers regarding Missouri marijuana laws.
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Missouri Marijuana Compliance
Missouri Marijuana Laws
Overall Status: Fully Legal
Recreational marijuana is legal in Missouri, and medicinal marijuana is legal in for qualifying patients that meet certain medical conditions.
Medical Marijuana: Legal
Medicinal marijuana in Missouri is available to qualifying patients. To qualify for medical marijuana in the state, patients must be diagnosed with certain medical conditions, such as cancer, epilepsy, glaucoma, intractable migraines or a terminal illness.
Patients may purchase up to six ounces every 30 days. Medical marijuana may be purchased from Missouri-licensed dispensaries.
Decriminalized: Yes
Missouri has not fully decriminalized marijuana but has decriminalized it to a certain degree. Although marijuana is not legal in the state, the first-time possession of marijuana in a small amount does not result in prison time and is rather treated like a minor traffic violation.
Recreational Marijuana: Legal
Beginning on December 8, 2022, residents of Missouri were legally allowed to possess up to 3 ounces of marijuana for personal use. Missouri became the 21st state to legalize the recreational use of marijuana.
Last updated 1/15/2024
Frequently Asked Questions
Is marijuana legal in Missouri?
Yes, both medical and recreational marijuana are legal in Missouri.
Are there any unique laws about marijuana in Missouri?
Yes, while marijuana is legal, Amendment 3 restricts public smoking and imposes fines for non-compliance. Additionally, adults 21 and older can possess up to three ounces for personal use, and medical patients up to six ounces.
How can marijuana be legal in the state and illegal federally?
Marijuana state vs. federal laws are not always the same. Marijuana is considered a Schedule 1 drug and remains illegal under federal law. However, some states have legalized marijuana for recreational and medical purposes.
What is Missouri's history with marijuana?
On November 6, 2018, Missouri passed the Medical Marijuana and Veteran Healthcare Services Initiative, legalizing medicinal marijuana for patients who qualify. Recreational marijuana use was legalized on December 8, 2022, making Missouri the 21st state to do so.
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