Louisiana Law Center
Green Guide Louisiana
Louisiana at a glance
- Program
- Medical program
- Legal allotment
- 30-day supply · processed products only
- Qualifying conditions
- 16 listed conditions
- Out-of-state cards
- Not accepted
The figures above are re-checked against Louisiana's official program sources every month.
Official ProgramLouisiana's medical (therapeutic) marijuana program is regulated by the Louisiana Department of Health (LDH) under Acts 491 and 492 (2022). Patients with a qualifying condition may obtain a recommendation from an authorized clinician. Louisiana permits only processed forms (tinctures, oils, extracts, gelatinous cubes, gummies, topical applications) — raw plant material and smokable flower are NOT permitted under the medical program.
Laws of Louisiana
Every law and official source for Louisiana, each linked to the page that publishes it.
Official Louisiana cannabis law & rulesLicensed places in Louisiana
39 licensed places are on record in {name} — licensed shops, consumption lounges, cannabis clubs and cannabis-friendly venues.
- Hope Pharmacy, LLC — Shreveport
- Hope Pharmacy, LLC — Natchitoches
- The Medicine Cabinet Pharmacy, LLC — Leesville
Key Rules
Possession
Patients may possess a 30-day supply of recommended therapeutic marijuana products. Only processed forms are permitted — no raw plant material or smokable flower.
Transportation
Cannabis products must be in their original packaging and stored out of reach of the driver during transport.
Employment
Louisiana law does not require employers to accommodate medical cannabis use. Consult your employer's policy and an attorney.
Travel
Cannabis may not be taken across state lines. Doing so violates federal law.
Renewal
Recommendations must be renewed per LDH rules; consult your authorized clinician for renewal cycles.
Qualifying Conditions
Frequently Asked Questions
What products are allowed?
Only processed forms — tinctures, oils, extracts, gelatinous cubes, gummies, and topicals. No raw plant material or smokable flower.
Can I grow my own?
No. Personal cultivation is not permitted under Louisiana's program.
Where can I buy it?
Only at state-licensed pharmacies/dispensaries. Use the LDH site for the current list.
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