Lesson 3: Medical Cannabis Law in Virginia: What the Law Allows

Medical cannabis in Virginia is permitted under state law when a patient receives a written certification from a licensed healthcare practitioner acting within their scope of practice.

This certification allows eligible patients to access medical cannabis products through licensed Virginia dispensaries.

A medical cannabis certification is not a prescription and does not guarantee approval, access, or specific outcomes.

Patients are responsible for understanding and following state requirements related to possession, purchase, and use.

Virginia law regulates where medical cannabis may be obtained and how it may be used. Products must be purchased from licensed dispensaries operating under state oversight. Use outside of these legal boundaries may carry legal or employment consequences.

This lesson provides general education about Virginia law. Individual situations may vary, and laws may change over time.