As of 2024, the states where marijuana, often referred to as "pots," remains fully illegal are Idaho, Kansas, South Carolina, and Wyoming. In these states, there are no legal provisions for either recreational or medicinal cannabis use.
In these four states, possessing, cultivating, or distributing marijuana for any purpose is prohibited and can lead to legal penalties. This stands in contrast to the growing number of states that have legalized cannabis for medical use, recreational use, or both.
Below is a summary of the states where marijuana is completely illegal:
| State | Legal Status | Medicinal Use |
|---|---|---|
| Idaho | Fully Illegal | No |
| Kansas | Fully Illegal | No |
| South Carolina | Fully Illegal | No |
| Wyoming | Fully Illegal | No |
While cannabis laws are rapidly evolving across the United States, these particular states maintain strict prohibitions, making any form of marijuana illegal within their borders.
