Key Statistics
Quick Facts
Not Legal
Legal
Medical Cannabis Program
30-day supply (determined by physician)
Not permitted
Cancer, HIV/AIDS, ALS, epilepsy, glaucoma, IBD, MS, Parkinson's, PTSD, anxiety disorders, chronic pain, opioid use disorder, and others
Get certification from approved practitioner, register with PA Department of Health
Need help getting your medical card? Check out our complete guide to getting a medical marijuana card.
Penalties & Enforcement
Under 30g: Misdemeanor, up to 30 days. Over 30g: Misdemeanor up to 1 year
Federal vs. Pennsylvania 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 Pennsylvania 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.
Pennsylvania Cannabis Law FAQ
Yes, Pennsylvania legalized medical marijuana in 2016.
Official Resources
For the most up-to-date and authoritative information, visit the official state resource:
Pennsylvania Official Cannabis WebsiteSources
Pennsylvania (PA)
Quick Reference Card
Not Legal
Legal
30-day supply (determined by physician)
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