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Mississippi Marijuana Laws
As recorded December 15, 2025 · not verified as current law.
Cannabis laws in Mississippi follow Mississippi’s state law. Local cities generally do not set separate marijuana rules, so penalties are determined at the jurisdiction level.
Recreational cannabis is illegal. Medical cannabis is available to qualifying patients through a state-registered program. Possession or use outside the medical program can result in legal penalties.
Quick facts
- Recreational: Illegal
- Medical: Available to registered patients
- Possession: Legal only for registered medical patients within limits
- Buying/Selling: Restricted to licensed medical dispensaries
- Tourists: Medical access typically requires residency; recreational illegal
Practical guidance
Avoid cross-border transport of cannabis products. Do not assume informal tolerance equals legality.
Legislative Background
Mississippi voters approved a medical cannabis program in 2020 via Initiative 65 (later modified by legislation in 2022), allowing registered qualifying patients access to cannabis through licensed dispensaries for approved conditions such as cancer, epilepsy, and chronic pain. Recreational use remains fully illegal, with possession outside the program treated as a criminal offense.