“Mississippi’s cannabis laws have undergone significant changes in recent years. The state first decriminalized possession of small amounts of cannabis in 1978, making possession of up to 30 grams a civil offense punishable by a fine. In 2014, Mississippi legalized the use of CBD oil for medical purposes, but the state did not have a comprehensive medical cannabis program until 2022. The Mississippi Medical Cannabis Act was passed after voters approved Initiative 65 in 2020, although the state’s Supreme Court later overturned the initiative.
In response, lawmakers passed a bill in 2022 legalizing medical cannabis for patients with qualifying conditions. Under the law, patients can possess up to 3 ounces of cannabis per month, although home cultivation is prohibited. Recreational cannabis remains illegal in Mississippi, and the state has some of the strictest penalties for cannabis possession in the country. However, the medical cannabis program is expected to grow as more patients enroll and dispensaries open across the state.”