Marijuana Laws
As recorded December 15, 2025 · not verified as current law. Louisiana law
Cannabis laws in Baton Rouge follow Louisiana’s state law. For travelers, the jurisdiction’s law is the controlling standard—cities usually don’t define cannabis legality.
Recreational cannabis is illegal under state law. A medical cannabis program exists for qualifying patients. Possession of small amounts typically results in fines rather than jail time, but legal risk may still exist. Cannabis remains illegal under U.S. federal law.
Quick facts
- Recreational: Illegal
- Medical: Available
- Possession: Small amounts penalized with fines; still illegal
- Buying/Selling: Illegal for recreational
- Tourists: Medical access limited; federal risks apply
Practical guidance
Avoid cross-border transport of cannabis products.
Do not assume informal tolerance equals legality.
Law Enforcement
Baton Rouge police and schools took weed seriously. Smoking openly could draw a search of somebody or their car for even a trace. Plenty of people smoked anyway.
Where to Buy Marijuana
People mentioned the areas around LSU and Southern University, South Sherwood on the far east side, clubs near Plank Road and Government Street. Some street sellers put on a tough front, so knowing who you were dealing with mattered.
Marijuana Prices
- Kind bud: US$20 per gram, US$50–60 for an eighth, US$320–400 for an ounce and US$1,200 for a quarter pound
- Mexican brick or schwag: US$20 for a quarter, US$40–50 for a half ounce and US$120–140 for an ounce
- Another schwag quote was US$10 for a quarter, US$20–25 for a half ounce and US$40–50 for an ounce