Legal status of marijuana in Guyana

Legal status of marijuana in Guyana
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Find out about the legal status of medical and recreational marijuana in Guyana. Is marijuana illegal? Better safe than sorry!

MEDICAL MARIJUANA IN GUYANA

The production, sale and possession of any form of medicinal marijuana products are illegal in Guyana.

RECREATIONAL MARIJUANA IN GUYANA

The cultivation, sale, and possession of cannabis for recreational purposes are illegal in Guyana.

Cannabis grows all year round in Guyana and is widely consumed by locals. However, any kind of possession of cannabis is illegal in Guyana and can lead to severe punishment.

We are not aware of any possible law changes in the (near) future in Guyana regarding medical and/or recreational cannabis.

Steven Voser
Steven Voser

Steven is a long-time veteran of cannabis journalism, having delved into every aspect of the subject. His particular interests lie in cannabis culture, the emerging science of cannabis, and how it is shaping the legal landscape across the globe.

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