Current status
South Carolina does not currently operate a medical cannabis program that The Caregivers Grove can verify. Nothing on this page should be read as legal advice — check the official state source before acting.
How South Carolina’s law developed
The South Carolina Compassionate Care Act (S. 150) has been debated for several years. The Senate passed medical cannabis legislation in 2022 and 2024 but the House has not taken action.
Questions people in South Carolina ask
- Is medical marijuana legal in South Carolina?
- No. The Compassionate Care Act (S. 150) has been debated for years. The Senate has passed medical cannabis legislation in 2022 and 2024 but the House has not acted. CBD with less than 0.3% THC is legal.
- Are there efforts to legalize in South Carolina?
- The Senate has repeatedly passed medical cannabis bills with bipartisan support. The House has been the bottleneck. Prospects continue to grow.
- Can I use CBD in South Carolina?
- Yes. CBD products derived from hemp with less than 0.3% THC are legal and widely available throughout the state.
- What neighboring states have medical marijuana?
- North Carolina (pending), Georgia (low-THC only), and Virginia (medical and limited recreational) are nearby. Florida (medical) is also accessible.
- What would the Compassionate Care Act cover?
- The proposed legislation would allow medical cannabis for specific conditions through licensed dispensaries. It would include physician certification requirements and patient registry.
