Is marijuanas legalized in Florida
1. Medical Marijuana: Legal
- Legalized: November 2016 (Amendment 2)
- Access: Patients with qualifying conditions (e.g., cancer, epilepsy, PTSD)
- Requirements:
- State-certified physician recommendation
- Entry into the Registry for Medical Marijuana Use
- Purchases must be made through licensed Medical Marijuana Treatment Centers (MMTCs)
- Form Allowed: Smokable flower, oils, tinctures, edibles, topicals
- Home Growing: Not allowed
2. Recreational Marijuana: Illegal (Pending Vote)
- Current Status: Still illegal for non-medical use
- Possession Penalties:
- ≤20 grams: Misdemeanor (up to 1 year in jail, $1,000 fine)
- >20 grams: Felony charges
- November 2024 Ballot:
- Proposed constitutional amendment to legalize recreational use for adults 21+
- Requires 60% voter approval
- If passed, legalization could begin in 2025
3. Federal Law
- According to federal law, marijuana is still classified as a Schedule I restricted substance.
- Federal prohibition still applies, though enforcement is limited for state-legal use
Summary
- Medical marijuana: Legal and regulated
- Recreational marijuana: Still illegal but could be legalized if the 2024 ballot measure passes
- Home cultivation: Illegal for all users
- Federal law: Still prohibits marijuana use and possession
