Wyoming
Regulatory Framework
Cannabis is illegal for both recreational and medical use in Wyoming. Therefore, there are no regulatory agencies or frameworks established for managing a legal cannabis market [1].
Legal Status
The table below summarizes the legal status of cannabis in Wyoming across various market segments:
Market | Status | Act/Law | Year |
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Adult-Use | Illegal | Wyoming Controlled Substances Act (Section 35-7-1039) [1] | N/A |
Medical | Illegal | Wyoming Controlled Substances Act (Section 35-7-1039) [1] | N/A |
Homegrow | Illegal | Wyoming Controlled Substances Act (Section 35-7-1039) [1] | N/A |
Track-and-Trace
Since cannabis is illegal in Wyoming for both recreational and medical purposes, there is no track-and-trace system employed [1].
Licensing
No licenses are issued for cannabis cultivation, distribution, or sale in Wyoming as it remains illegal under state law [1].
Possession Limits
Cannabis possession is illegal in Wyoming, with severe penalties for possession based on the amount. Below are the penalties associated with different possession limits:
Item | Possession Limit |
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Any amount | Illegal, punishable by law [1] |
Medical Cannabis
Due to the illegality of cannabis in Wyoming, there are no medical cannabis regulations, patient registration procedures, or caregiver requirements [1].
Additional Resources
- Wikipedia: Cannabis in Wyoming https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cannabis_in_Wyoming
References
- [1] Wyoming Controlled Substances Act, Section 35-7-1039. Available: https://casetext.com/statute/wyoming-statutes/title-35-public-health-and-safety/chapter-7-food-and-drugs/article-10-controlled-substances/article-v/section-35-7-1039-person-using-or-under-influence-of-controlled-substance
- [2] Official Wyoming Legislature Document. Available: https://wyoleg.gov/statutes/compress/title35.pdf
- [3] Department of Revenue, Wyoming. Available: https://revenue.wyo.gov/
- [4] Department of Agriculture, Wyoming. Available: https://agriculture.wy.gov/
- [5] Secretary of State, Wyoming. Available: https://sos.wyo.gov/