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Cannabis — ProhibitedLATAM

Honduras

Medical cannabis is prohibited in Honduras. Severe criminal penalties may apply for possession, use, or trafficking.

Honduras strictly prohibits all forms of cannabis under its Anti-Drug Trafficking Law. The country serves as a major transit point for drug trafficking between South America and the United States, and the government maintains a hardline anti-narcotics stance with severe penalties for cultivation, possession, and distribution.

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Regulator
Ministerio Publico
Key Legislation
Ley Contra el Trafico Ilicito de Drogas y Sustancias Psicotropicas
Year Legalized
N/A
Program Size
N/A — Prohibited

Key Facts

  • Possession of any amount of cannabis is a criminal offense punishable by 3 to 6 years imprisonment under the Anti-Drug Trafficking Law
  • Cultivation and trafficking of cannabis carry sentences of 15 to 20 years imprisonment and heavy fines
  • Honduras is a key transit country in the Central American drug corridor, leading to heavy militarized counter-narcotics operations
  • There is no medical cannabis program, and no legislative proposals for legalization or decriminalization have gained traction
  • The country has received significant U.S. counter-narcotics assistance, reinforcing strict prohibition enforcement policies

Key Legislation

Ley Contra el Trafico Ilicito de Drogas y Sustancias Psicotropicas (Decree No. 126-89, 1989, amended)

Regulatory Body

Ministerio Publico (Public Prosecutor's Office) / Direccion de Lucha Contra el Narcotrafico (DLCN)

Country Info
ISO Code
HN
Region
LATAM
Tier
Tier 4 — Prohibited
Status
Cannabis — Prohibited
Sources
Honduras Ministerio Publico
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.