How's Pot Doing in Louisiana?
Cannabis is 40% Legal in Louisiana
Last reviewed: January 13, 2026
Is it legal for adults to possess cannabis in the state of Louisiana?
NO
"It is unlawful for any person knowingly or intentionally to possess a controlled dangerous substance classified in Schedule I unless such substance was obtained directly, or pursuant to a valid prescription or order, from a practitioner or as provided in R.S. 40:978. Any person who violates this Subsection with respect to: ... (2) A substance classified in Schedule I that is marijuana, tetrahydrocannabinol, or chemical derivatives thereof, shall be punished as follows: (a)(i) On a first conviction or any subsequent conviction, wherein the offender possesses fourteen grams or less, the offender shall be fined not more than one hundred dollars." - legis.la.gov
Is it legal for adults to buy cannabis in a store in the state of Louisiana?
NO
Is it legal for adults to grow cannabis in the state of Louisiana?
NO
Is it legal for medical marijuana patients to possess cannabis in the state of Louisiana?
YES
"Patients remain restricted to 71g of marijuana flower per 14-day period" - ldh.la.gov
Is it legal for medical marijuana patients to buy cannabis in a store in the state of Louisiana?
YES
"Retailers may provide medical marijuana in an approved dosage form to any patient with a valid recommendation from a board-certified Louisiana physician." - ldh.la.gov
Is it legal for medical marijuana patients to grow cannabis in the state of Louisiana?
NO
"There are two licensed medical marijuana manufacturers in the state of Louisiana--Advanced Biomedics LLC dba Ilera Holistic Healthcare and Good Day Farm Louisiana LLC." - ldh.la.gov