Utah Cannabis Laws

(UT)
Medical Only Verified Dec 6, 2025

Utah voters approved medical cannabis in 2018. Home growing only allowed if living 100+ miles from dispensary.

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Key Statistics

No
Recreational
Yes
Medical

Quick Facts

Recreational

Not Legal

Medical

Legal

Medical Cannabis Program

Possession Limit

113g unprocessed cannabis (about 4 oz)

Home Cultivation

6 plants (only if 100+ miles from dispensary)

Qualifying Conditions

Cancer, HIV/AIDS, MS, epilepsy, Crohn's, PTSD, ALS, autism, terminal illness, chronic pain, and others

How to Apply

Get recommendation from QMP, register with Utah Department of Health

Need help getting your medical card? Complete guide to getting a medical marijuana card .

Penalties & Enforcement

Under 1 oz: Class B misdemeanor. Over 1 oz: Class A misdemeanor or felony

Federal vs Utah State Law

Federal Law

Cannabis remains a Schedule I controlled substance under the federal Controlled Substances Act. Possession, distribution, and cultivation are federal crimes regardless of state law.

Utah State Law

Status: Medical Only. Qualified patients with a valid medical card may access cannabis through the state program.

Federal employees, federal contractors, and anyone crossing state lines should follow federal rules regardless of state legalization.

Frequently Asked Questions

Official Resources

For the most up-to-date and authoritative information, visit the official state resource:

Utah Official Cannabis Website

Sources

Information last verified: Dec 6, 2025. Cannabis laws change frequently — always verify current rules with official state sources.