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Is medical marijuana legal in Georgia
Legal Status
- Georgia allows medical marijuana, but only in the form of low-THC oil.
- Recreational marijuana remains illegal.
Program Name
- Low THC Oil Registry Program
Product Restrictions
- Only cannabis oil with ≤5% THC and CBD content equal to or greater than THC is allowed.
- Smoking, vaping, or use of flower or edibles is prohibited.
Approved Medical Conditions
Eligible conditions include:
- Cancer (end-stage or severe pain/nausea)
- ALS (Lou Gehrig’s disease)
- Seizure disorders (e.g., epilepsy)
- Multiple sclerosis (MS)
- Parkinson’s disease
- Crohn’s disease
- Mitochondrial disease
- Sickle cell disease
- Autism (age <18)
- PTSD
- Alzheimer’s disease
- AIDS, Tourette’s syndrome, peripheral neuropathy, and others
Patient Access
- Must be a Georgia resident.
- Must obtain a Low THC Oil Registry Card from the Georgia Department of Public Health (DPH).
- Card allows possession of up to 20 fluid ounces of low-THC oil.
Dispensaries
- In-state production and sales began in 2023 under HB 324 (2019).
- Licensed dispensaries now operate in the state.
Key Limitations
- Home cultivation is illegal.
- No allowance for high-THC products.
- Use outside medical guidelines is criminal.
Conclusion
Georgia permits limited medical use of low-THC oil for specific conditions, under tight regulation. Recreational and full-spectrum cannabis remain prohibited.
