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Is Weed Legal in Kentucky?

Comprehensive legal status information for Weed in Kentucky

4.5M people
$56,781 GDP/capita
4.1% unemployment

Medical use legal in Kentucky

Quick Facts
Recreational
illegal
Medical
legal
Possession
Legal with medical card
Buying/Selling
Legal in medical dispensaries with prescription
Tourists
Laws apply to all visitors

Detailed Information

Medical Cannabis

Patients with qualifying conditions can obtain a medical cannabis card.

Recreational Use

Recreational cannabis remains illegal in kentucky.

How to Qualify

Consult with a licensed physician about qualifying medical conditions.

Recent News

Latest updates from trusted news sources

Kentucky's First Medical Cannabis Dispensary Closes Temporarily
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Kentucky's First Medical Cannabis Dispensary Closes Temporarily

HomeNewsKentucky's First Medical Cannabis Dispensary Closes TemporarilyKentucky’s First Medical Cannabis Dispensary Closes TemporarilyBy Gillian JalimnsonDecember 25, 2025 The first (and currently onl...

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Sold out! | Kentucky’s first medical marijuana dispensary temporarily closed

The Post Dispensary said within a week of opening, its already sold out of medical cannabis products. BEAVER DAM, Ky. — The shelves at Kentucky’s first medical marijuana dispensary are empty. A week a...

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Recreational Marijuana | Procs, Cons, Arguments, & Controversy | Britannica
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Recreational Marijuana | Procs, Cons, Arguments, & Controversy | Britannica

Recreational Marijuana IntroductionTerminologyEarly History of Cannabis in the United StatesTrend towards Outlawing Marijuana, Early 1900sMarijuana, 1938 - the 1960sPresident Nixon and the 1970 Contro...

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Trump expands access to cannabis in a major shift in drug policy
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Trump expands access to cannabis in a major shift in drug policy

Trump expands access to cannabis in a major shift in drug policy7 days agoShareSaveBernd Debusmann Jrat the White HouseShareSaveWatch: Trump says executive order is ‘not the legalisation’ of marijuana...

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Cannabis Client Alert – Week of December 1, 2025
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Cannabis Client Alert – Week of December 1, 2025

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Policy History

Track the evolution of cannabis policies in Kentucky over time.

January 1, 2025
Current Status
Status changed to:
Medical Only

Medical use legal in Kentucky

January 1, 2025
Current Status
Status changed to:
Medical Only

Medical use legal in Kentucky

January 1, 2025
Current Status
Status changed to:
Medical Only

Medical use legal in Kentucky

January 1, 2025
Current Status
Status changed to:
Medical Only

Medical use legal in Kentucky

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Disclaimer

This guide is for informational purposes only. We do not encourage or facilitate illegal activity. Laws and enforcement vary by location — always follow local regulations. Consult with local authorities or legal professionals for the most current and accurate information regarding Weed in Kentucky.

Last updated: December 24, 2025