Updated for 2025

Is Weed Legal in Louisiana?

Comprehensive legal status information for Weed in Louisiana

Legal Status
Medical Only

Medical use legal in Louisiana

Detailed Information

Medical Cannabis

Patients with qualifying conditions can obtain a medical cannabis card.

Recreational Use

Recreational cannabis remains illegal in louisiana.

How to Qualify

Consult with a licensed physician about qualifying medical conditions.

Recent News

Latest updates from trusted news sources

Marijuana is illegal in Louisiana. What does state law say about delta-8 and delta-9?

Bing News
December 16, 2024

Recreational marijuana is illegal in Louisiana, yet products like delta-8 and delta-9 are legal. Here's how hemp products can be sold in Louisiana.

Louisiana Launching Medical Marijuana After Years of Waiting

Bing News
August 6, 2019

Louisiana is becoming the first Deep South state to dispense medical marijuana on Tuesday, four years after state lawmakers agreed to give patients access to therapeutic cannabis. Nine pharmacies are

GOP State Attorneys General Push Back On Trump’s Marijuana Move, Saying It Could Harm ‘The Safety Of Our Citizens’

Bing News
December 19, 2025

A coalition of Republican state attorneys general are criticizing President Donald Trump’s decision to federally reschedule marijuana, saying cannabis is “properly” classified as a Schedule I drug ...

Medical Marijuana Set to Hit Louisiana Dispensaries Next Week

Bing News
August 2, 2019

It’s taken four years, but starting next week, the first batch of medical marijuana will arrive in Louisiana dispensaries. On Thursday, the state’s agriculture and forestry commissioner Mike Strain ..

Hemp-THC ban leaves Louisiana small businesses feeling ‘kicked in the face again’

Bing News
December 8, 2025

Businesses in Louisiana producing edibles, drinks, and tinctures based on the loophole created by the 2018 Farm Bill fear losing everything due to a new federal ban expected in the next 12 months.

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Policy History

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January 1, 2025
Current Status
Status changed to:
Medical Only

Medical use legal in Louisiana

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This guide is for informational purposes only. We do not encourage or facilitate illegal activity. Laws and enforcement vary by location — always follow local regulations. Consult with local authorities or legal professionals for the most current and accurate information regarding Weed in Louisiana.