Quick Facts
| Legal Status | Medical Since | Adult Use | Access Type | Est. Cost | Insurance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prohibition — No Cannabis Programme | No programme | No | All cannabis illegal — no dispensaries or medical programme | Not applicable | No |
Legal Timeline
| Year | Development |
|---|---|
| 2018 | Federal Farm Bill legalises hemp; Wyoming hemp products become available |
| 2019 | Medical cannabis bill introduced in Wyoming — fails in committee |
| 2021 | CBD and hemp products clarified as legal in Wyoming under state hemp rules |
| 2023 | Medical cannabis bill again fails to advance in Wyoming legislature |
| 2024 | Wyoming remains one of fewer than 10 US states with no cannabis programme |
How to Access Cannabis in Wyoming
- Cannabis is illegal in Wyoming — no medical programme, no dispensaries, no legal access
- Hemp-derived CBD products (under 0.3% THC) are legal and widely available in stores
- Patients must travel to Colorado (south) or Montana (north) for legal cannabis access
- Bringing cannabis from legal states into Wyoming is a crime
- Monitor Wyoming Legislature (wyoleg.gov) for any future reform efforts
Qualifying Medical Conditions
- No qualifying conditions — no medical cannabis programme in Wyoming
Licensed Dispensaries & Providers
| Provider | Website | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Wyoming Legislature | wyoleg.gov | Track cannabis bills in Wyoming legislature |
| NORML Wyoming | norml.org | Cannabis reform advocacy — Wyoming chapter |
Cost Breakdown
| Item | Estimated Cost (USD) | Insurance Coverage |
|---|---|---|
| Hemp CBD products | USD 20-70 | No coverage |
| Medical cannabis (not available in WY) | N/A — nearest in CO or MT | N/A |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is any cannabis legal in Wyoming?+
No — Wyoming prohibits all cannabis. Hemp-derived CBD products are the only legally available cannabis-related products. All THC cannabis is prohibited.
What are cannabis penalties in Wyoming?+
Possession of 3oz or less is a misdemeanour (up to 12 months, USD 1,000 fine). Possession of more than 3oz is a felony. Sale and larger amounts carry severe felony penalties.
Is Wyoming likely to legalise medical cannabis?+
Very unlikely in the near term. Wyoming's legislature and governor have shown little interest in reform. Multiple bills have failed to advance. Wyoming lags most of its neighbouring states significantly.
Can I use CBD in Wyoming?+
Yes — hemp-derived CBD products with no more than 0.3% THC are legal in Wyoming. These are available in stores and online.
Where is the nearest legal dispensary to Wyoming?+
Colorado (Cheyenne/Laramie are close to the Colorado border) has hundreds of adult-use dispensaries. Montana has adult-use dispensaries near the northern Wyoming border.
Has Wyoming ever voted on cannabis?+
Wyoming has not held a statewide voter initiative on cannabis. The state's legislative process does not easily allow citizen-initiated ballot measures, making reform dependent on the legislature.