Florida

Florida legalized medical cannabis in 2016 when voters approved Amendment 2 with 71% support, amending the state constitution. The Office of Medical Marijuana Use (OMMU) within the Department of Health oversees the program, which has grown to serve over 930,000 qualified patients as of early 2026, making it one of the largest medical cannabis markets in the United States. Florida operates a vertically integrated model where licensed Medical Marijuana Treatment Centers (MMTCs) must cultivate, process, and dispense their own products. The state has over 20 licensed MMTCs operating more than 400 dispensary locations statewide. Amendment 3, a 2024 ballot measure for adult-use legalization, received 56% support but failed to meet Florida's required 60% supermajority threshold. Qualifying conditions include cancer, epilepsy, PTSD, chronic pain, and other debilitating conditions certified by a qualified physician.

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Regulator

Office of Medical Marijuana Use

Key Legislation

Fla. Const. Art. X, §29; Fla. Stat. §381.986

Year Legalized

2016

Program Size

~933,000 active patients

Key Facts

One of the three largest state medical cannabis programs in the U.S. by patient count
Vertically integrated model requires MMTCs to handle cultivation, processing, and dispensing
Amendment 3 for adult-use legalization failed in 2024, receiving 56% but needing 60%
Over 400 dispensary locations operated by more than 20 licensed MMTCs
Cumulative retail sales have exceeded $15 billion since program inception

Key Legislation

Fla. Const. Art. X, §29; Fla. Stat. §381.986

Regulatory Body

Office of Medical Marijuana Use (OMMU), Florida Department of Health

Country Info

ISO Code

Region

North America

Tier

Tier 2 — Emerging

Status

Medical — Legal

Sources

OMMU — Office of Medical Marijuana Use Florida Statutes §381.986 Florida Medical Marijuana Use Registry

Disclaimer: This information is for general reference only and does not constitute legal advice. Cannabis regulations change frequently. Always verify with official sources and local legal counsel before making compliance decisions.