Louisiana medical marijuana FAQ: answers from the official program
Answers to the questions Louisiana patients ask most, based on the Louisiana Medical (Therapeutic) Marijuana Program's own guidance.
Do I need a state medical marijuana card in Louisiana?
No. Louisiana has no patient registry and issues no state ID card. You need a recommendation from an authorized clinician, which you then use at a state-permitted retailer.
What conditions qualify in Louisiana?
The law lists conditions such as cancer, PTSD, intractable pain, seizure disorders and several neurodegenerative diseases. A clinician may also recommend for any other condition they consider debilitating for you.
Can I get a recommendation through telehealth?
The Louisiana State Board of Medical Examiners has said it will not take enforcement action against clinicians who recommend without a first in-person visit. The board notes the policy is still under review, so ask your clinician how they handle visits.
How much can I buy at one time?
A retailer may sell a patient no more than 71 grams (2.5 ounces) of raw or crude marijuana in any 14-day period.
Can I use an out-of-state medical card in Louisiana?
State law recognizes visiting qualifying patients who hold a valid medical marijuana card from another state, and they can buy from Louisiana permitted retailers. Retailers may not deliver to addresses outside Louisiana.
Sources
- LDH Medical Marijuana
- RS 40:1046 - Recommendation and sale of marijuana for therapeutic use
- Louisiana State Board of Medical Examiners - Notice regarding medical marijuana recommendations via telemedicine
- Louisiana Board of Pharmacy Bulletin 24-02 (2024 new laws, Act 693)
- Act 693 (HB 376) of 2024 - Enrolled
- Louisiana Laws - visiting qualifying patient provisions
This guide is general information, not medical or legal advice. Laws change — confirm details with your state agency. State facts last checked October 7, 2026.