Key Statistics
Quick Facts
Not Legal
Legal
Medical Cannabis Program
2.5 oz per 14 days
Cancer, glaucoma, HIV/AIDS, hepatitis C, ALS, Tourette's, Crohn's, fibromyalgia, PTSD, severe arthritis, and others
Get certification from licensed physician, apply through Arkansas Department of Health
Need help getting your medical card? Check out our complete guide to getting a medical marijuana card.
Penalties & Enforcement
Recreational possession: Under 4 oz is misdemeanor, over 4 oz is felony
Federal vs. Arkansas 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 Arkansas 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.
Arkansas Cannabis Law FAQ
Yes, Arkansas voters approved Issue 6 in 2016, establishing a medical marijuana program.
Official Resources
For the most up-to-date and authoritative information, visit the official state resource:
Arkansas Official Cannabis WebsiteSources
Arkansas (AR)
Quick Reference Card
Not Legal
Legal
2.5 oz per 14 days
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