Kansas Home Cultivation Law: Statewide Cannabis Regulations Rules (2026)

Key Facts

Cultivation statute: K.S.A. 21-5705
Possession statute: K.S.A. 21-5706
Schedule: Schedule I
Local override: Not permitted

Full Breakdown

Kansas law treats marijuana as a Schedule I controlled substance under K.S.A. 65-4105. Cultivation of any number of plants is a felony under K.S.A. 21-5705, classified by quantity, and possession of cannabis constitutes a misdemeanor or felony under K.S.A. 21-5706. There is no medical or recreational program, and limited CBD allowances under Claire and Lola's Law do not authorize cultivation. The Kansas Controlled Substances Act preempts local efforts to legalize personal grow operations; cities and counties cannot decriminalize cultivation through ordinance.

Violations & Penalties

Cultivating marijuana exposes residents to felony charges, prison sentences ranging up to severity level 3 drug felonies, asset forfeiture, and mandatory drug treatment evaluations.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I legally grow marijuana at home in Kansas?

No. Kansas prohibits all marijuana cultivation under K.S.A. 21-5705. Even one plant is a felony, and no city may authorize home growing.

Does Kansas allow medical marijuana cultivation?

No. Kansas has no medical marijuana program. Limited low-THC CBD use under Claire and Lola's Law does not permit any home cultivation.

Kansas Marijuana Home Cultivation Remains Illegal Statewide