In Tennessee, recreational cannabis is illegal, medical cannabis is limited, and delta-8 THC is restricted.
Last verified October 24, 2026 · Last major change July 2026
Illegal. Fully illegal; no decriminalization statewide.
Limited. No medical cannabis program. A 2021 law lets patients with certain conditions, such as epilepsy, MS or some cancers, possess labeled oil under 0.9% THC with proof of an order from the issuing state and a Tennessee doctor's diagnosis.
No in-state sales. People with qualifying conditions may possess labeled cannabis oil under 0.9% THC if they keep an order from the issuing state, a Tennessee doctor's diagnosis and, except for epilepsy or seizures, an attestation letter. Limits: Oil must contain less than 0.9% THC, on a manufacturer label in a bottle that shows the manufacturer, expiration date, batch/lot number and THC strength.
Since Jan. 1, 2026 the Alcoholic Beverage Commission licenses hemp THC sales to adults 21+, in person only, at 21+ stores, liquor stores and bars, not convenience or grocery stores; THCA product sales ended July 1, 2026.
Restricted. Delta-8, delta-10 and HHC remain legal for adults 21+ only at licensed 21+ stores, liquor stores and bars, capped at 15 mg per serving; THCP and synthetic cannabinoids are banned.
Possession of half an ounce or less is a Class A misdemeanor, up to 11 months 29 days in jail and a $2,500 fine; a first conviction carries a mandatory $250 minimum fine.
In danger. Under a 2025 law, THCA product sales ended July 1, 2026 and convenience and grocery stores may no longer sell hemp THC; federal law excludes cannabinoids the plant cannot produce naturally (such as THC-O) from hemp Nov. 12, and converted cannabinoids such as delta-8 made from CBD, plus products over 0.4 mg total THC per container, Dec. 11, 2026.
In danger on this tracker: In a state where recreational cannabis is not legal, an enacted law, court ruling or enforcement action is removing THC products adults can legally buy today.