Key Statistics
Quick Facts
Not Legal
Legal
Medical Cannabis Program
70 daily doses (varies by product type)
Cancer, HIV/AIDS, epilepsy, chronic pain, PTSD, autism, Crohn's, Parkinson's, and others
Register with Alabama Medical Cannabis Commission after obtaining physician certification
Need help getting your medical card? Check out our complete guide to getting a medical marijuana card.
Penalties & Enforcement
Recreational possession: Misdemeanor up to 1 year, felony for subsequent offenses
Federal vs. Alabama Law
Important: Cannabis remains a Schedule I controlled substance under federal law, regardless of state legalization.
Illegal (Schedule I)
All cannabis possession, sale, and cultivation is prohibited
Medical Legal
Registered patients can access medical cannabis
What this means: While Alabama has legalized cannabis at the state level, federal agencies can still enforce federal law. This affects banking, interstate commerce, federal employment, and travel across state lines or through federal lands.
Alabama Cannabis Law FAQ
Yes, Alabama legalized medical cannabis in 2021, but smoking flower is not permitted. Only oils, capsules, and other non-smokable forms are allowed.
Official Resources
For the most up-to-date and authoritative information, visit the official state resource:
Alabama Official Cannabis WebsiteSources
Alabama (AL)
Quick Reference Card
Not Legal
Legal
70 daily doses (varies by product type)
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