Possession in Tennessee — what are the rules?

Prohibited. Simple possession (up to 0.5 ounce) is a Class A misdemeanour — up to 11 months and 29 days in jail and a $2,500 fine; repeat offences can be felonies (T.C.A. § 39-17-418).

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ProhibitedTourist access: Prohibited · Medical access: Restricted

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Last reviewed2026-09-09

Full law guide for Tennessee

Is cannabis legal in Tennessee?

Buying cannabisProhibitedGuidance from Tennessee

There is no legal way to buy cannabis in Tennessee: no adult-use sales and no medical program beyond a narrow CBD-oil provision.

Tennessee Code § 39-17-418 simple possession (Justia)

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Tourist accessProhibitedGuidance from Tennessee

Visitors cannot buy or possess cannabis in Tennessee.

Tennessee Code § 39-17-418 simple possession (Justia)

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Medical accessRestrictedGuidance from Tennessee

The cited law provides a narrow medical extract exception with specific patient and product conditions. It does not establish a general medical cannabis dispensary programme.

Check the product-specific medical conditions and dispensing requirements. Travel and import permissions must be checked separately.

Tennessee — medical access — official guidance

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Can tourists buy cannabis in Tennessee?

Possession: Prohibited

Answer verified on 2026-09-09.

Cannabis venues in Tennessee at a glance

How many cannabis venues are listed in Tennessee?

420.camp lists 80 cannabis venues in Tennessee: 65 cannabis dispensaries, 15 cbd & hemp shops.

What do the listings in Tennessee include?

Opening hours: 77. Phone number: 79. Photos: 76. Confirmed by the owner or a licence check: 0.

Sources and references

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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There is no lawful retail channel for cannabis in Tennessee. The marked listings below are recorded because they exist, not because buying there is legal.