Missouri Cannabis & Substances Laws (2026)

A comprehensive legal reference for cannabis & substances in the state of Missouri. This guide covers current statutes, penalties, and restrictions for 7 different categories.

Missouri allows hemp-derived CBD products with less than 0.3% Delta-9 THC under the Missouri Industrial Hemp Program (Mo. Rev. Stat. § 262.800 et seq.). The state regulates production, sale, and possession consistent with federal law.

Possession

Individuals may legally possess hemp-derived CBD products with less than 0.3% THC.

Sale

Sale is legal if products are produced and sold by licensed hemp growers and processors and comply with state testing and labeling requirements.

Penalties

N/A

Age Restriction

None

Missouri permits hemp-derived Delta-8 THC products under the Missouri Industrial Hemp Program, provided the Delta-9 THC content is below 0.3%. There are no specific restrictions on Delta-8, and it is treated as a legal hemp derivative.

Possession

Legal to possess hemp-derived Delta-8 products with less than 0.3% Delta-9 THC.

Retail Sale

Legal to sell hemp-derived Delta-8 products; no special license required beyond hemp regulations.

Penalties

N/A

Age Restriction

21+

Hemp-derived Delta-9 THC edibles (under 0.3% THC by dry weight) are legal in Missouri under the 2018 Farm Bill. In February 2026, the Missouri House passed the "Intoxicating Cannabinoid Control Act" (HB 2641) to ban or strictly regulate intoxicating hemp products.

Possession

Legal under 0.3% THC by dry weight

Retail Sale

Legal at retail and online

Penalties

Products exceeding 0.3% THC are treated as marijuana.

Age Restriction

21+ in most jurisdictions

Kratom

RESTRICTED

Kratom is legal in Missouri and is not listed as a controlled substance under Missouri Revised Statutes Chapter 195. There are no state laws restricting possession or sale.

Possession

Legal to possess without restriction.

Sale

Legal to sell and purchase without restriction.

Penalties

N/A

Age Restriction

None

Legal status of Psilocybin / Magic Mushrooms in Missouri has not yet been verified. In February 2026, Missouri lawmakers approved bills to expand access to psilocybin for therapeutic use, particularly for veterans.

Possession

Unverified

Distribution

Unverified

Penalties

Unverified

Age Restriction

Unverified

Recreational marijuana is legal for adults 21+ in Missouri. No significant legislative changes since 2023.

Personal Possession

Adults 21+ may possess up to 3 oz of flower. Home cultivation of up to 6 flowering, 6 non-flowering, and 6 clones per person is allowed with a $100 cultivation license.

Retail Purchase

Legal through licensed dispensaries under Amendment 3 (2022). Delivery is permitted.

Penalties

Possessing over 3 oz is a misdemeanor. Public consumption is a fine. Missouri has automatic expungement for prior marijuana convictions.

Age Restriction

21+

Salvia

ILLEGAL

Salvia divinorum is a controlled or banned substance in Missouri. Missouri enforces its ban on Salvia.

Possession

Illegal. Salvia divinorum is classified as a controlled substance in Missouri. Possession is a criminal offense.

Sale

Illegal. Sale and distribution of salvia is prohibited in Missouri.

Penalties

Misdemeanor or felony charges depending on state classification.

Age Restriction

N/A