Missouri voters approved recreational cannabis in November 2022, with retail sales launching in February 2023. The state has one of the lowest cannabis tax rates in the country at just 6% and a rapidly growing market. Missouri also has a strong expungement provision built into its recreational law.
2022
Amendment 3
2018
Amendment 2
6%
Excise tax + local
214
Statewide
Recreational Use Legal
Adults 21+ can purchase and possess cannabis at licensed retailers since February 2023
Lowest Tax Rate
Missouri has one of the lowest cannabis tax rates in the US at just 6%
Generous Possession Limits
Up to 3 ounces in public — among the highest recreational limits in the country
Public Consumption Prohibited
Cannot consume in public spaces, vehicles, or near schools
Federal Property Prohibited
Illegal on all federal lands and properties