Cannabis Is Legal in Guam
Act 210-34 (Guam Cannabis Industry Act) signed April 2019. First recreational dispensary opened 2023.
Guam Cannabis Quick Facts
| Status | Recreational & Medical |
| Recreational | Legal |
| Medical | Legal |
| Decriminalized | Yes |
| Possession Limit | 1 oz flower; home cultivation: 6 plants (3 mature) |
| Medical Conditions | Cancer, glaucoma, HIV/AIDS, epilepsy, MS, Crohn's, PTSD, chronic pain, and others |
| Regulatory Agency | Guam Department of Revenue and Taxation — Cannabis Control Board |
Penalties & Enforcement
Over 1 oz: misdemeanor.
Even in states with legal cannabis, violations of possession limits, public consumption rules, and driving under the influence carry penalties. Driving while impaired is illegal in every state and can result in DUI charges.
What You Need to Know
First US territory to legalize recreational cannabis. Limited retail availability. Military personnel stationed on Guam remain subject to federal prohibition.
Learn More
- How to Get a Medical Cannabis Card — state-by-state application guide
- 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