Cannabis Is Illegal in South Carolina
Cannabis remains fully illegal. The Compassionate Care Act (S.150) has been introduced multiple times but has not passed.
South Carolina Cannabis Quick Facts
| Status | Fully Illegal |
| Recreational | Not Legal |
| Medical | Not Available |
| Decriminalized | No |
| Possession Limit | None — all cannabis possession is illegal |
| Regulatory Agency | South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control |
Penalties & Enforcement
First offense possession (any amount): misdemeanor, up to 30 days and $200 fine. Subsequent offenses: up to 1 year and $2,000 fine.
Cannabis possession carries criminal penalties in South Carolina. If you are traveling from a legal state, you must consume or dispose of all cannabis products before entering South Carolina. Interstate transport is a federal crime.
What You Need to Know
The Compassionate Care Act has had bipartisan support but faces opposition in the House. Would allow medical use for limited conditions.
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