Can you grow your own cannabis in Virginia?
No. Virginia doesn't allow medical patients to grow cannabis at home. Buy from a licensed dispensary instead.
Rules that usually apply
Growing without authorization can lead to criminal charges even for registered patients.
Sources
- Patients, Parents/Legal Guardians, and Registered Agents - Virginia Cannabis Control Authority
- Code of Virginia 4.1-1601 - Certification for use of cannabis for treatment
- Code of Virginia 4.1-1603 - Dispensing cannabis products
- 3VAC10-20-20 - Patient, parent, legal guardian or registered agent registration fee
- Paperless Process Coming for Medical Cannabis Certifications - Virginia CCA
- Virginia Cannabis Control Authority home page
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.