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Cannabis — ProhibitedOceania

Marshall Islands

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

The Republic of the Marshall Islands prohibits cannabis under its Controlled Substances Act (Title 34, Chapter 1 of the Marshall Islands Revised Code). Cannabis is classified as a Schedule I controlled substance, and all forms of possession, cultivation, distribution, and use are criminal offenses. The small island nation maintains strict drug control policies with no medical or recreational cannabis exceptions.

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Regulator
Marshall Islands Police — Narcotics Unit
Key Legislation
Controlled Substances Act
Year Legalized
N/A
Program Size
N/A — Prohibited

Key Facts

  • Cannabis is classified as a Schedule I substance under the Controlled Substances Act (Title 34), with all forms of possession, use, and distribution prohibited
  • Penalties for cannabis possession include fines up to $10,000 and imprisonment of up to 5 years, with enhanced penalties for distribution
  • The Marshall Islands Police Narcotics Unit enforces drug laws across the country's scattered atolls and islands
  • The nation's Compact of Free Association with the United States influences its drug scheduling framework, which closely mirrors U.S. federal classifications
  • There is no medical cannabis program, and the small population and conservative social norms make cannabis reform unlikely in the near term

Key Legislation

Controlled Substances Act (Title 34, Chapter 1, Marshall Islands Revised Code)

Regulatory Body

Marshall Islands Police — Narcotics Unit

Country Info
ISO Code
MH
Region
Oceania
Tier
Tier 4 — Prohibited
Status
Cannabis — Prohibited
Sources
Republic of the Marshall Islands Government
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.