Tennessee Cannabis Laws

(TN)
IllegalUpdated December 6, 2025

Tennessee allows hemp CBD and has a very limited CBD-only program for epilepsy. No broader medical or recreational program.

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Illegal
Legal Status

Quick Facts

Recreational

Not Legal

Medical

Not Legal

CBD Program

CBD from hemp with 0.3% THC or less is legal. Very limited medical program for epilepsy (CBD oil only).

Penalties & Enforcement

Under 0.5 oz: Class A misdemeanor, up to 1 year. Over 0.5 oz: Felony

Federal vs. Tennessee 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

Tennessee Law

Illegal

All cannabis is prohibited

What this means: While Tennessee has not fully legalized cannabis, federal agencies can still enforce federal law. This affects banking, interstate commerce, federal employment, and travel across state lines or through federal lands.

Tennessee Cannabis Law FAQ

No, marijuana is illegal in Tennessee. Only hemp-derived CBD is legal.

Official Resources

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

Tennessee Official Cannabis Website

Sources

Tennessee (TN)

Quick Reference Card

Illegal
Recreational

Not Legal

Medical

Not Legal

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