Is Marijuana Legal in Arkansas? Cannabis Laws & Dispensary Guide
Complete guide to cannabis laws in Arkansas as of May 2026.Medical marijuana is permitted for qualifying patients. Find possession limits, tax rates, dispensary requirements, and compliance obligations.
Medical Marijuana in Arkansas
Arkansas operates a medical cannabis program established in 2016. Patients must obtain a physician certification and register with Arkansas Department of Health.
Medical possession limit: Up to 2.5 oz every 14 days
Qualifying conditions:
- Cancer
- Glaucoma
- HIV/AIDS
- Hepatitis C
- ALS
- PTSD
- Crohn's disease
- Ulcerative colitis
- Severe arthritis
- Fibromyalgia
Medical dispensaries must comply with state regulations for product testing, child-resistant packaging, and seed-to-sale tracking through METRC.
Compliance Requirements for Dispensaries
Cannabis businesses in Arkansas must comply with regulations enforced by Arkansas Department of Health:
- State license: Obtain all required cannabis business licenses from Arkansas Department of Health
- Seed-to-sale tracking: Integrate with METRC for real-time inventory monitoring
- Product testing: All products must pass state-approved laboratory testing for potency, pesticides, mold, and contaminants
- Packaging: Child-resistant, tamper-evident, opaque packaging with state-mandated warning labels and batch numbers
- Age verification: Verify all medical patients have valid registration cards
- Purchase limits: Enforce state-mandated possession and purchase limits at point of sale
About Arkansas's Cannabis Market
Issue 6 passed in 2016. Recreational legalization failed in 2022.
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Disclaimer: Cannabis laws change frequently. This page was last updated in May 2026 and is for informational purposes only. It does not constitute legal advice. Verify current regulations with Arkansas Department of Health before making business decisions.