Cannabis law in Georgia (2026)
Last reviewed: 9 October 2026
In short: Georgia runs a medical cannabis programme for registered patients and caregivers, who may possess medical cannabis containing up to 12,000 mg of THC, bought from licensed dispensaries. The Department of Public Health states that marijuana is not otherwise legal in Georgia. Other possession, growing and sale rules were not confirmed from a readable official text.
| Rule | What applies |
|---|---|
| Possession for personal usePersonal use by an adult | ⚠ Not yet verified |
| Quantity limitsPersonal use by an adult | Registered patients and caregivers may legally possess medical cannabis containing up to 12,000 mg of THC. The Department of Public Health states that marijuana is not otherwise legal in Georgia. [1] |
| Growing at homePersonal use by an adult | ⚠ Not yet verified |
| Medical cannabisPersonal use by an adult | Restricted programme only [2] |
| Sale to consumersPersonal use by an adult | Prohibited [1] |
| Driving after cannabis usePersonal use by an adult | It is unlawful to drive under the influence of a drug (prescription or illegal) or any other substance that impairs the ability to drive safely. A prescription is no defence. [3] |
Notes
- Stated by the Department of Public Health, which also says that possessing any form of marijuana without authorisation is a violation of state and federal law. The Code of Georgia text could not be read from this server.
- The Georgia Access to Medical Cannabis Commission lists 22 active dispensing licences (page updated 30 September 2026). Patients need a physician certification and a registry card, and must prove Georgia identity and residency.
- Marijuana sale is not legal; only registered patients and caregivers may buy low-THC medical cannabis from licensed dispensaries.
Sources
- Georgia Department of Public Health: Medical Cannabis Patient Registry (consulted 9 October 2026) · all sources
- Georgia Department of Public Health: Medical Cannabis Information for Patients and Caregivers (consulted 9 October 2026) · all sources
- Georgia Department of Driver Services: Georgia Driver's Manual 2023-2024 (Texting & Cell Phones; Hands Free Georgia Law, HB 673) (consulted 9 October 2026) · all sources
National rules that also apply
These rules are set at national level in the United States and apply here too, alongside the rules above. All national rules for the United States
| Possession for personal use | Criminal offence (source: U.S. Government Publishing Office (govinfo)) |
|---|---|
| Growing at home | Prohibited (source: U.S. Government Publishing Office (govinfo)) |
| Sale to consumers | Prohibited (source: U.S. Government Publishing Office (govinfo)) |
Georgia and neighbouring states
| State | Possession for personal use | Growing at home | Sale to consumers | Use or carrying in public places | Medical cannabis | Visitors |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Georgia | ⚠ Not yet verified | ⚠ Not yet verified | No adult sales; medical dispensaries only | — | Low-THC oil only, up to 12,000 mg THC | — |
| Alabama | Criminal offence (Class A misdemeanor) | No (felony) | No adult sales; medical dispensaries only | — | Medical programme; dispensaries opening 2026 | Medical card residents only |
| Florida | Criminal offence (misdemeanour up to 20 g) | Prohibited, including for patients | No adult sales; medical centres only | — | Yes, resident patients with a physician order | — |
| North Carolina | Illegal; criminal misdemeanour | Prohibited (felony) | No regulated market | ⚠ Not yet verified | No medical programme | ⚠ Not yet verified |
| South Carolina | Criminal offence (misdemeanour) | Prohibited | Supply is an offence | — | CBD for severe epilepsy only | — |
More rules in Georgia
- Car speed limitsBuilt-up areas: 30 mph · Outside built-up areas (single carriageway): 55 mph (all other areas)
- Minimum age for a car driving licenceMinimum age for a car licence: 16 (Class D provisional licence) · Earliest age to drive a car supervised: 15 (Class CP learner's permit)
- E-bikes and speed pedelecsLegal class: Three classes · Minimum age: 15
- FireworksConsumers may buy and use category F2 fireworks: Yes (licensed sellers, 18+) · Minimum age to buy: 18
- Knives and pepper sprayFolding pocket knives: Blade of 12 in or less: not a 'knife' · Locking or one-handed knives: No separate rule
- Statutory minimum wageNational statutory minimum wage: Yes · Current adult minimum wage (gross): $5.15 per hour (state; federal $7.25)
- Using a mobile phone while drivingHolding a phone while driving banned: Banned · Hands-free use: Hands-free allowed
- Seat belts and child seatsSeat belt compulsory in front seats: Yes · Seat belt compulsory in rear seats: Minors 8 and older only
- Tobacco and nicotine age limitsMinimum age to buy tobacco: 21 · Minimum age to buy e-cigarettes: 21
- Drink-driving limitsBlood alcohol limit for ordinary drivers: 0.08% · Lower limit for novice or young drivers: 0.02% under 21
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General information, not legal advice. Rules change: check the official source before you fly or ride.