Since Kentucky became the 38th state to legalize medical marijuana during the 2023 General Assembly, many companies have tried to make the most of the opportunity. Popular dispensaries like 502 Hemp Wellness Center (201 Moser Rd., Suite B) and One Love Hemp Dispensary (1906 Bardstown Rd.) currently do not have enough information to anticipate the sudden shift of legalization in the Commonwealth
Marijuana in Kentucky is vastly different from other states like Colorado or California. There are major restrictions on who can use weed in the Commonwealth.
Marijuana in Kentucky will not be allowed to be used recreationally for anyone in the state. Instead, Kentuckians will only have access to medical marijuana, which will only be used to treat patients with at least six medical conditions including cancer, chronic pain, multiple sclerosis, chronic nausea, and post-traumatic stress disorder, with cardholders needing to be at least 18 years of age or the caretaker of an eligible child.
The Cabinet for Health and Family Services, which is in charge of the task of opening the doors to medical marijuana to dispensaries and patients alike, said the Kentucky Medical Cannabis Program has filed 15 regulations so far,