Know The Rules

Your State’s Laws

Before beginning any medical cannabis treatment, you must consult your state’s legal laws regarding use, growth and access for this medicinal plant. There are currently 33 cannabis states (both medical and recreational), but that number will constantly be growing, and every state has independent cannabis laws. It’s important to follow the state guidelines for product use and treatment options. Organizations like National Organization for the Reform of Marijuana Laws (NORML) and the National Cannabis Industry Association (NCIA) are great sources for the most up-to-date information regarding your state’s particular cannabis rules and regulations.

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National Laws

At this time, the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration lists marijuana and its cannabinoids as Schedule I controlled substances. This means that they cannot legally be prescribed, possessed, or sold under federal law. Whole or crude marijuana (including marijuana oil or hemp oil) is not approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for any medical use. But the use of marijuana to treat some medical conditions is legal in many states.