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Alabama

Cannabis regulations, compliance details, and official links for Alabama.

Medical Only

METRC

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Official Source

Regulatory Agency

Alabama Medical Cannabis Commission

Tracking System

METRC

Market Type

Medical Only

Last Updated

Jan 20, 2026

Regulatory Overview

Alabama Cannabis Regulations

Key regulatory details for cannabis operators in Alabama. Always confirm with official sources.

Regulatory Agency

Alabama Medical Cannabis Commission

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Seed-to-Sale System

Alabama uses METRC for seed-to-sale compliance tracking.

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Market Type

Medical

Alabama has a medical-only cannabis program.

Delivery & Ecommerce Status

DeliveryNot Allowed

EcommerceNot Allowed

Key Details

What You Need to Know About Alabama

Medical cannabis legalized 2021 under Darren Wesley Ato Hall Compassion Act

METRC selected for seed-to-sale tracking

First dispensary licenses awarded December 2025

Program faced significant legal and licensing delays

Official Sources

AMCC Official Site

Regulatory Details

Alabama Cannabis Rules at a Glance

Detailed regulatory information for cannabis operators in Alabama.

Purchase Limits

Medical

OtherUp to 70 daily dosages per physician certification; max 50mg THC per dose for first 90 days

PeriodPer physician certification

No adult-use. Only non-smokable forms: tablets, capsules, tinctures, topicals, patches, nebulizers.

Tax Rates

State Excise9% gross receipts tax on retail medical cannabis sales

Replaces standard 4% state sales tax.

Home Cultivation

Not Allowed

Customer Requirements

19+

Min. Age

Required

Med. Card

Required

State ID

Required

Registration

Patients under 19 require parent/guardian as caregiver.

Testing Requirements

Mandatory Testing

THC/THCA levels

CBD/CBDA levels

Microbial contamination

Mycotoxins

Packaging & Labeling

Child-Resistant: YesUniversal Symbol: Yes

Tamper-evident design

Not attractive to minors

Universal symbol (min 0.5" x 0.5")

Cannabinoid content and potency

"Keep out of reach of children"

License Types

Integrated Facility

Cultivate, process, dispense, and transport. Up to 5 licenses.

Cultivator

Up to 12 licenses

Processor

Up to 4 licenses

Dispensary

Up to 4 licenses (3 locations each)

Secure Transporter

Store and transport between facilities

Testing Laboratory

Test products from licensed facilities

Compliance Checklist

Operator Compliance Checklist for Alabama

Licensing

Obtain appropriate AMCC license

Inventory

Track all cannabis from seed to sale

Sales

Verify patient/caregiver registration

Enforce dosage limits

Max 70 daily dosages; 50mg THC cap for first 90 days

Collect and remit 9% gross receipts tax

Compliance Tools

How WebJoint Helps in Alabama

WebJoint integrates directly with METRC, the tracking system used in Alabama, to keep your operations compliant.

METRC Integration

Real-time syncing with METRC for package intake, sales, returns, and inventory adjustments.

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Delivery Software

Compliant delivery workflows with manifests, driver assignment, ID verification at the door, and route tracking.

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POS Compliance

Purchase limits enforced at checkout, age verification at every touchpoint, and audit-ready transaction records.

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Reports & Audits

Exportable reports that match your regulatory requirements. Sales, inventory, patient counts, and more.

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FAQ

Alabama Cannabis FAQ

Common questions about cannabis regulations, compliance, and operating in Alabama.

Yes, Alabama has legalized medical cannabis only. The state's cannabis program is regulated by the Alabama Medical Cannabis Commission. Regulations and requirements may change, so always verify with official sources.

No adult-use. Only non-smokable forms: tablets, capsules, tinctures, topicals, patches, nebulizers.

Cannabis products in Alabama are subject to various taxes. The state excise tax is 9% gross receipts tax on retail medical cannabis sales. Replaces standard 4% state sales tax.

Cannabis delivery is not currently allowed in Alabama. Operators must conduct sales through licensed retail locations.

Yes, Alabama requires mandatory testing for all cannabis products before they can be sold. Testing must cover: THC/THCA levels, CBD/CBDA levels, Microbial contamination, Mycotoxins.

Alabama uses METRC as its seed-to-sale tracking system. All licensed cannabis operators are required to report inventory, sales, and transfers through this system. WebJoint integrates with METRC to help operators maintain compliance automatically.

Yes, WebJoint provides cannabis POS, delivery, and ecommerce software for operators in Alabama. The platform includes built-in compliance features like purchase limit enforcement, METRC integration, age verification, and audit-ready reporting designed for Alabama's regulatory requirements.