Possession in Arkansas — what are the rules?

Medical use only. Registered patients may buy and possess up to 2.5 ounces per 14-day period; possession by anyone else is a criminal offence. Conditions: Minimum age 18+.

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33 venues · Region

Medical use onlyTourist access: Restricted · Medical access: Allowed with conditions

Source: healthy.arkansas.gov

Last reviewed2026-09-09

Full law guide for Arkansas

Is cannabis legal in Arkansas?

Buying cannabisMedical use onlyGuidance from Arkansas

Only registered patients with an Arkansas medical marijuana card may buy, from licensed dispensaries.

Minimum age 18+

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Tourist accessRestrictedGuidance from Arkansas

Out-of-state medical cards are not valid on their own: a visiting patient may apply for a visiting-patient card ($50, 90-day period, up to 14 days to process) or a temporary 30-day card and then buy at Arkansas dispensaries. There are no adult-use sales.

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Medical accessAllowed with conditionsGuidance from Arkansas

Arkansas residents with a physician's written certification for a qualifying condition register with the Department of Health for a patient card.

Minimum age 18+

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Can tourists buy cannabis in Arkansas?

Minimum age: 18+ with photo ID.
Possession: Medical use only

Answer verified on 2026-09-09.

Cannabis venues in Arkansas at a glance

How many cannabis venues are listed in Arkansas?

420.camp lists 33 cannabis venues in Arkansas: 33 cannabis dispensaries.

What do the listings in Arkansas include?

Opening hours: 31. Phone number: 33. Photos: 30. Confirmed by the owner or a licence check: 0.

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420.camp editorial review process

Last reviewed: 2026-09-09
Other rules on this page updated: 2026-09-17
Next scheduled review: 2026-11-28

This is a plain-language informational summary, not legal advice. Rules can change and may differ by municipality or venue. Check the linked official sources before acting.

Answer verified on 2026-09-09.

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Cannabis in Arkansas is sold on a medical prescription. The marked listings below are retail venues; check what each one is licensed to sell before you travel.