Kansas

Kansas permits an affirmative defense for possession of CBD oil with no more than 5% THC relative to CBD concentration under Claire and Lola's Law (SB 28, 2019, codified at K.S.A. 65-6235). The law covers patients with debilitating medical conditions causing serious impairment, including seizure disorders, who have a physician's written recommendation. Importantly, this is only an affirmative defense — patients can still be arrested and charged but may present the defense in court. Kansas has no medical marijuana program, no dispensaries, and no in-state production infrastructure. SB 294 (Medical Cannabis Act) was introduced in March 2025 but remains pending in the Senate Federal and State Affairs Committee. Kansas is one of only 11 states without a comprehensive medical cannabis law.

Ask the Expert about Kansas

Regulator

N/A — no operational program

Key Legislation

K.S.A. § 65-6235

Year Legalized

2019

Program Size

N/A

Key Facts

Claire and Lola's Law (2019) provides only an affirmative defense, not legal authorization, for CBD oil possession
CBD oil must contain no more than 5% THC relative to CBD concentration
No dispensaries, production facilities, or patient registry system exists in the state
SB 294 (Medical Cannabis Act) introduced March 2025, pending in Senate committee
Kansas is one of only 11 states without any comprehensive medical cannabis law

Key Legislation

K.S.A. § 65-6235 (Claire and Lola's Law, SB 28, 2019)

Regulatory Body

N/A — no operational program

Country Info

ISO Code

Region

North America

Tier

Tier 3 — Restricted

Status

Limited — CBD/Low-THC Only

Sources

Kansas Legislature — K.S.A. 65-6235 Marijuana Policy Project — Kansas Overview NORML — Kansas Medical CBD Law

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.