Idaho Marijuana Compliance
Idaho does not allow medical or recreational marijuana. Possession, sale, and cultivation remain illegal under state law.
Idaho employers may test applicants and employees for marijuana, but testing is not unrestricted. The state's workplace testing law requires a written policy, proper collection and confirmation procedures, and an opportunity to explain or challenge a positive result.
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This Information Is Not Intended for Legal Purposes
The information provided on this page is intended for your own knowledge, and should not be used for legal matters. Since marijuana testing regulations can vary, we advise you to seek the guidance of expert legal counsel when creating your company's substance abuse screening program.
Idaho Marijuana Compliance
Idaho Marijuana Laws
Overall Status: Fully Illegal
Idaho has not legalized medical or recreational marijuana. State law prohibits unauthorized possession, manufacture, and sale.
Medical Marijuana: Illegal
Idaho does not have a medical marijuana program. According to the Idaho Office of Drug Policy, nonprescription CBD oil must be processed from industrial hemp and contain no THC. This is not an exception allowing medical marijuana.
Decriminalized: No
Idaho has not decriminalized marijuana. Having any amount of marijuana is a crime in Idaho. Three ounces or less is a misdemeanor, and more than three ounces is a felony. The penalties are listed in the FAQ below.
Recreational Marijuana: Illegal
Recreational marijuana remains illegal in Idaho. Employers may include marijuana in a written workplace drug-testing policy. Positive drug screens must be confirmed before they are used for employment action under the state testing law.
Applicants and employees must receive written notice of a positive result and an opportunity to explain it. They may request a retest of the same sample within seven working days after notification of the confirmed positive result.
Last updated 11/3/2026
Frequently Asked Questions
Is marijuana legal in Idaho?
No. Idaho does not allow medical or recreational marijuana. Possession of three ounces or less is generally a misdemeanor; possession of more than three ounces is a felony.
What is Idaho's history with marijuana?
Idaho has retained its marijuana prohibition rather than adopting a medical or recreational program. In 2025, the state added a mandatory fine of at least $300 for adults convicted of possessing three ounces or less.
What is the punishment for possession in Idaho?
Under Idaho law, having three ounces of marijuana or less is a misdemeanor. The penalty can be up to one year in jail, a fine of up to $1,000, or both, and adults 18 and older have to pay a fine of at least $300.
Having more than three ounces of marijuana is a felony. That can mean up to five years in prison, a fine of up to $10,000, or both. People caught with even larger amounts of marijuana can face trafficking charges.
Drug Tests That Exclude Marijuana
Urine Drug Panels That Do Not Include Marijuana Testing
Some of the popular drug tests that remove THC from the panel of drugs being tested are listed below:
Also try taking a look at our comprehensive list of urine drug panels that exclude marijuana. Drug tests that do not include marijuana testing can be found under the "Exclude Marijuana" section.
Hair Drug Tests That Do Not Include Marijuana Testing
To remove marijuana testing from a hair test, try one of our two popular hair tests:
For a complete list of our hair drug tests, take a look at our comprehensive list of hair tests.
Drug Panels That Include Marijuana
Urine Drug Tests That Include THC Testing
If marijuana testing is needed, the below urine drug panels include testing for THC:
For a complete list of urine drug panels that we offer, view our urine drug panels here.
Hair Drug Panels That Include Marijuana Testing
The following are hair drug tests that include testing for THC:
A comprehensive list of the hair drug panels that we offer can be found here.