Florida Cannabis Laws

(FL)
Medical OnlyUpdated December 6, 2025

Florida has one of the largest medical cannabis programs. 2024 recreational ballot measure failed (needed 60%, got 56%).

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Key Statistics

Medical Only
Legal Status
2.5 oz smokable every 35 ...
Possession Limit

Quick Facts

Recreational

Not Legal

Medical

Legal

Medical Cannabis Program

Possession Limit

2.5 oz smokable every 35 days (physician may authorize more)

Qualifying Conditions

Cancer, epilepsy, glaucoma, HIV/AIDS, PTSD, ALS, Crohn's, Parkinson's, MS, chronic pain, and others

How to Apply

Get recommendation from qualified physician, register with Florida Department of Health

Need help getting your medical card? Check out our complete guide to getting a medical marijuana card.

Penalties & Enforcement

Under 20g: Misdemeanor up to 1 year. Over 20g: Felony up to 5 years

Federal vs. Florida Law

Important: Cannabis remains a Schedule I controlled substance under federal law, regardless of state legalization.

Federal Law

Illegal (Schedule I)

All cannabis possession, sale, and cultivation is prohibited

Florida Law

Medical Legal

Registered patients can access medical cannabis

What this means: While Florida 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.

Florida Cannabis Law FAQ

Yes, Florida voters approved Amendment 2 in 2016, and the state has one of the largest medical marijuana programs in the country.

Official Resources

For the most up-to-date and authoritative information, visit the official state resource:

Florida Official Cannabis Website

Sources

Florida (FL)

Quick Reference Card

Medical Only
Recreational

Not Legal

Medical

Legal

Possession Limit

2.5 oz smokable every 35 days (physician may authorize more)

Last verified: December 6, 2025cannabislaw.munchmakers.com
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