Utah Cannabis & Substances Laws (2026)

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

Utah permits hemp-derived CBD products with less than 0.3% THC under Utah Code Ann. § 4-41-101 et seq. The Utah Department of Agriculture and Food oversees hemp and CBD regulation, including testing and labeling requirements.

Possession

Legal to possess hemp-derived CBD with less than 0.3% THC.

Sale

Sale is legal if products comply with state testing and labeling rules.

Penalties

N/A

Age Restriction

18+ to purchase CBD products.

Delta-8 THC

RESTRICTED

Utah permits hemp-derived cannabinoids including Delta-8 THC under Utah Code Ann. § 4-41-101 et seq., but products must contain less than 0.3% Delta-9 THC. The Utah Department of Agriculture regulates hemp products and requires testing.

Possession

Legal if Delta-9 THC is below 0.3%.

Retail Sale

Sale allowed with proper testing and labeling; must comply with hemp program rules.

Penalties

Violations can result in fines and misdemeanor charges.

Age Restriction

21+ for purchase.

Hemp-derived Delta-9 THC edibles are restricted in Utah. Recent legislation in 2025 and 2026 (e.g., HB 54, HB 469) has focused on prohibiting artificially derived cannabinoids and further defining the state's hemp program, reinforcing the strict separation between the medical cannabis market and ...

Possession

Legal with restrictions on potency

Retail Sale

Legal through licensed retailers only

Penalties

Non-compliant products may result in fines.

Age Restriction

21+

Kratom

RESTRICTED

Kratom is legal in Utah. but regulated under Utah Code Title 58, Chapter 37, which requires labeling and prohibits adulteration. The state also restricts sale to minors under 18 years old.

Possession

Legal to possess kratom.

Sale

Sale allowed with labeling requirements; sale to persons under 18 prohibited.

Penalties

Penalties for selling to minors include fines under Utah Code § 58-37-8.

Age Restriction

18+ to purchase

Psilocybin mushrooms are illegal in Utah and classified as a Schedule I controlled substance under Utah Code Ann. § 58-37-8. Possession, sale, and manufacture are criminal offenses.

Possession

Illegal to possess any amount of psilocybin mushrooms.

Distribution

Illegal to sell or distribute psilocybin mushrooms.

Penalties

Possession is a felony punishable by up to 5 years imprisonment and fines up to $5,000.

Age Restriction

None (illegal for all ages).

Recreational marijuana is not legal in Utah, but medical marijuana is available with a qualifying condition and state-issued card. No significant legislative changes since 2023.

Personal Possession

Medical only with state card. Recreational possession of any amount is a Class B misdemeanor (up to 6 months jail, $1,000 fine). Second offense is a Class A misdemeanor.

Retail Purchase

Illegal for recreational purposes. Medical marijuana is available through licensed pharmacies under Proposition 2 (as amended by HB 3001).

Penalties

First offense: Class B misdemeanor, up to 6 months, $1,000 fine. Second offense: Class A misdemeanor, up to 1 year. Distribution: second-degree felony, 1-15 years.

Age Restriction

18+ with medical card, 21+ in some programs

Salvia

RESTRICTED

Salvia divinorum is legal in Utah. It is not listed as a controlled substance under the Utah Controlled Substances Act (Utah Code Title 58, Chapter 37). Salvia can be purchased and possessed without restriction. However, Utah has historically considered legislation to regulate salvia, and the legal status could change. It is available at specialty retailers and online.

Possession

Legal. Not classified as a controlled substance in Utah. No quantity restrictions on personal possession.

Sale

Legal to sell in retail stores and online. No special licensing required. Can be shipped to Utah addresses.

Penalties

No penalties for possession or sale. General public intoxication or disorderly conduct laws may apply during use.

Age Restriction

No state-mandated age restriction.