Georgia Has a Limited Cannabis Program
HB 1 (Haleigh's Hope Act, 2015) legalized low-THC oil. HB 324 (2019) established a licensing framework for production and dispensing.
Georgia Cannabis Quick Facts
| Status | Limited Medical (Low-THC Oil) |
| Recreational | Not Legal |
| Medical | Not Available |
| Decriminalized | No |
| Possession Limit | Registered patients: 20 fl oz of low-THC oil (max 5% THC) |
| Regulatory Agency | Georgia Access to Medical Cannabis Commission |
Penalties & Enforcement
Possession of flower: misdemeanor, up to 1 year and $1,000 fine. Over 1 oz: felony, 1-10 years.
Cannabis possession carries criminal penalties in Georgia. If you are traveling from a legal state, you must consume or dispose of all cannabis products before entering Georgia. Interstate transport is a federal crime.
What You Need to Know
Only low-THC oil (5% max) is legal. No smokable flower. No full-strength medical program. First legal sales began in 2023 after years of licensing delays.
Learn More
- Understanding State Cannabis Laws — how state and federal laws interact
- What to Expect at a Dispensary — first visit guide
- Dosing Fundamentals — start low, go slow
- Drug Interactions — check before combining cannabis with medications
- Driving & Impairment — DUI laws apply in every state
For support with quitting or cutting back on cannabis, visit our companion site CannabisDependence.org