Alabama Cannabis Laws and Regulations

Only medical cannabis is legal in Alabama. The state legalized medical marijuana in 2021 with the Darren Wesley 'Ato' Hall Compassion Act. Adult-use (recreational) cannabis remains illegal.

Medical Marijuana Card Process

Step 1

Schedule an appointment with a registered certifying physician.

Schedule an appointment with a registered certifying physician.

  • Autism Spectrum Disorder
  • Cancer-related cachexia, nausea or vomiting, weight loss, or chronic pain
  • Crohn's Disease
  • Depression
  • Epilepsy or a condition causing seizures
  • HIV/AIDS-related nausea or weight loss
  • Panic disorder
  • Parkinson's Disease
  • Persistent nausea (with exceptions)
  • Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
  • Sickle Cell Anemia
  • Spasticity associated with Multiple Sclerosis or spinal cord injury
  • Terminal illness
  • Tourette's Syndrome
  • Chronic pain (under specific conditions)
  • The law does not specifically address telemedicine for medical cannabis consultations. Check with the AMCC for current policies.
  • Valid Alabama driver's license or state ID
  • Medical records or documentation of qualifying condition
  • Medical history, symptoms, and previous treatments information

Step 2

Get certified for the medical cannabis program.

Get certified for the medical cannabis program.

Step 3

Register online with the Alabama Medical Cannabis Commission (AMCC).

Register online with the Alabama Medical Cannabis Commission (AMCC).

  • Valid Alabama driver's license or state ID
  • Medical records or documentation of qualifying condition
  • Medical history, symptoms, and previous treatments information
  • Visit the Alabama Medical Cannabis Commission website
  • Complete the online application
  • Pay the registration fee (amount to be determined by the AMCC)
  • Pay renewal fee
  • To be determined by the AMCC based on daily dosage recommendations.
  • Obtain re-certification from a registered physician annually
  • Complete renewal application on the AMCC website
  • Pay renewal fee

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