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Pompano Beach, FL Cannabis Regulations: Home Cultivation (2026)

Heavy Restrictions
Compiled from the official code textEditor Martyn O'NeillLast verified September 2026

Key Facts

Home Growing
Prohibited statewide
State Law
FL §381.986 & §893.13
Medical Patients
Cannot grow at home
Penalty
Felony charges
Licensing
State license required

Summary

Home cultivation of cannabis is prohibited in Florida. FL Statute 381.986 does not authorize personal cultivation by medical marijuana patients. Pompano Beach enforces state law. The 2024 adult-use amendment did not include home-grow provisions. Any cultivation without a state license is a felony under FL Statute 893.

h commits a misdemeanor of the second degree, punishable as provided in s. 775.082 or s. 775.083 . Additionally, the department must revoke a caregiver registration if the caregiver does not meet the requirements of subparagraph (6)(b)6.

(f) The department may revoke the registration of a qualified patient or caregiver who cultivates marijuana or who acquires, possesses, or delivers marijuana from any person or entity other than a medical marijuana treatment center.

(g) The department shall revoke the registration of a qualified patient, and the patient’s associated caregiver, upon notification that the patient no longer meets the criteria of a qualified patient.

(h) The department may adopt rules pursuant to ss. 120.536 (1) and 120.54 to implement this subsection.

(6) CAREGIVERS. — (a) The department must register an individual as a caregiver on the medical marijuana use registry and issue a caregiver identification card if an individual designated by a qualified patient meets all of the requirements of this subsection and department rule.

(b) A caregiver must: 1. Not b

Source: FL Statute 381.986View official code

Full Breakdown

Florida law does not permit home cultivation of cannabis for personal use. FL Statute 381.986 authorizes only licensed Medical Marijuana Treatment Centers to cultivate cannabis. Personal cultivation by patients is not authorized. Pompano Beach enforces state law, and the city's dispensary ban under Section 115.28 reflects its restrictive approach. Under FL Statute 893.13, unauthorized cultivation of cannabis is a felony. The 2024 recreational cannabis amendment did not authorize home growing. Any cultivation operation requires a state license.

Violations & Fines

Unauthorized cannabis cultivation is a felony under FL Statute 893.13. State and local law enforcement may pursue criminal charges.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I grow cannabis at home in Pompano Beach?
No. Florida law prohibits home cultivation for all individuals, including medical patients.
What about the recreational cannabis law?
The 2024 amendment did not authorize home growing. Only licensed facilities may cultivate.
What are the penalties?
Unauthorized cultivation is a felony under FL Statute 893.13 with potential prison time and fines.

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