West Virginia Law Center
Green Guide West Virginia
West Virginia at a glance
- Program
- Medical program
- Legal allotment
- 6 oz per month
- Qualifying conditions
- 16 listed conditions
- Out-of-state cards
- Not accepted
The figures above are re-checked against West Virginia's official program sources every month.
Official ProgramWest Virginia's medical cannabis program is administered by the Office of Medical Cannabis (OMC) under the West Virginia Medical Cannabis Act (2017). Patients with a serious medical condition may be certified by a registered physician and register with the program. Only processed forms are permitted (no smokable raw flower) — pills, oils, topicals, tinctures, and dry leaf/vaporization (no smoking). Patients may purchase up to 6 ounces per month.
Laws of West Virginia
Every law and official source for West Virginia, each linked to the page that publishes it.
Official West Virginia cannabis law & rulesLicensed places in West Virginia
19 licensed places are on record in {name} — licensed shops, consumption lounges, cannabis clubs and cannabis-friendly venues.
- Trulieve WV, Inc. — Morgantown
- Country Grown Cannabis — Morgantown
- The Landing Dispensary — Morgantown
Key Rules
Possession
Patients may purchase up to 6 ounces of medical cannabis per month. Only processed forms permitted — no smoking; dry leaf may be vaporized.
Transportation
Cannabis must be in its original packaging and stored out of reach of the driver during transport.
Employment
West Virginia 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
Patient cards must be renewed annually.
Qualifying Conditions
Frequently Asked Questions
How much can I purchase?
Up to 6 ounces of medical cannabis per month.
Can I grow my own?
No. Personal cultivation is not permitted under West Virginia's program.
What products are allowed?
Pills, oils, topicals, tinctures, and dry leaf for vaporization — no smoking.
West Virginia community board
West Virginia community board
WV Supreme Court Declines to Rule on Marijuana Odor
On May 29, 2026, the West Virginia Supreme Court issued an opinion in a Berkeley County search and seizure case. The court ruled that the search warrant was overbroad and unconstitutional, but declined to address whether the smell of marijuana alone constitutes probable cause. This leaves the legal question of marijuana odor as probable cause unresolved in the state.
HB 5074 Takes Effect, Reallocating Cannabis Funds
On June 12, 2026, West Virginia's House Bill 5074 officially went into effect. The legislation changes the allocation of proceeds in the Medical Cannabis Program Fund. It specifically directs 15 percent of revenue to the Office of Medical Cannabis and 15 percent to the Department of Agriculture for testing.
2026 Legislation Addresses Medical Cannabis Program Fund
During the 2026 Regular Session, West Virginia lawmakers introduced HB5074, which impacts the Medical Cannabis Program Fund. The legislation outlines the allocation of funds, including grants to local law enforcement agencies for training and drug diversion programs.
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