Which Countries and US States Are Psilocybin Magic Mushrooms Legal?

As of April 2023, the legal status of psychedelic mushrooms, also known as psilocybin mushrooms, varies across different countries and states within the United States.

Countries where psychedelic mushrooms are legal or decriminalized for personal use may include Brazil, Jamaica, Portugal, and Uruguay, among others. It’s important to note that laws and regulations regarding psychedelic mushrooms can change, so it’s always best to check the most up-to-date information from reliable sources if you are planning to use them or possess them in any country.

In the United States, as of April 2023, psilocybin mushrooms are currently decriminalized in several cities and states, but are not fully legal for recreational use. These states and cities include:

1. Oregon: In November 2020, Oregon became the first state in the U.S. to legalize the regulated medical use of psilocybin, with the passage of Measure 109. The measure allows for the regulated medical use of psilocybin in supervised therapeutic sessions.
2. Washington, D.C.: In November 2020, voters in Washington, D.C. approved Initiative 81, which effectively decriminalized the use, possession, and non-commercial distribution of psilocybin mushrooms, making them one of the first U.S. jurisdictions to do so.
3. Cities in Colorado: In May 2019, the cities of Denver and subsequently, in May 2020, the cities of Boulder and Santa Cruz, Colorado, passed measures to decriminalize the possession and use of psilocybin mushrooms, effectively making them the lowest law enforcement priority and prohibiting the city from spending resources to enforce laws criminalizing them.
4. Cities in California: As of April 2023, the cities of Oakland and Santa Cruz in California have also decriminalized the possession and use of psilocybin mushrooms through city ordinances.
5. Brazil: In December 2022, Brazil passed a law allowing for the regulated use of psilocybin mushrooms in supervised therapeutic contexts, making it the first South American country to do so. The law allows for the use of psilocybin mushrooms in the treatment of mental health conditions under the supervision of a qualified professional.

6. Jamaica: In 2015, Jamaica decriminalized the possession and use of small amounts of psilocybin mushrooms, along with other substances such as marijuana, for religious, medicinal, and sacramental purposes. This means that possession and use of psilocybin mushrooms are not subject to criminal prosecution under certain conditions, such as religious or medicinal use.
7. Portugal: Portugal is known for its progressive drug policy that treats drug use as a public health issue rather than a criminal offense. While psilocybin mushrooms are not specifically legalized in Portugal, the country has decriminalized the possession and use of small amounts of all drugs, including psilocybin mushrooms, for personal use. This means that possession and use of psilocybin mushrooms are considered administrative offenses rather than criminal offenses, and individuals caught with small amounts of psilocybin mushrooms may face administrative penalties such as fines or mandatory treatment rather than criminal charges.
8. Canada: In August 2020, the Minister of Health in Canada granted an exemption to four terminally ill patients, allowing them to use psilocybin mushrooms for end-of-life care. This exemption is limited to these specific patients and does not apply to the general population.

Some US states are trying to legalize psychedelics, but aren’t there just yet.

Some states have shown increasing interest in exploring the therapeutic potential of psychedelics and have ongoing discussions or proposed legislation related to their legalization or decriminalization. Some of these states include:

1. New York: In January 2021, a bill was introduced in the New York State Senate to create a program for the regulated medical use of psilocybin and other psychedelics for qualifying patients.
2. Connecticut: In February 2021, a bill was introduced in the Connecticut General Assembly to establish a task force to study the medical use of psilocybin and other psychedelics.
3. Massachusetts: In January 2021, a bill was introduced in the Massachusetts State Legislature to create a commission to study the use of psilocybin and other psychedelics for medical and therapeutic purposes.
4. Michigan: In February 2021, a petition was submitted to the Michigan Secretary of State to initiate a ballot measure for the regulated medical use of psilocybin.
5. Hawaii: In February 2021, a bill was introduced in the Hawaii State Senate to establish a task force to study the medicinal use of psilocybin and other psychedelics.
6. Iowa: In March 2021, a bill was introduced in the Iowa House of Representatives to decriminalize the possession, use, and cultivation of psilocybin mushrooms for medical and therapeutic purposes.
7. Vermont: In February 2021, a bill was introduced in the Vermont House of Representatives to decriminalize the possession, use, and cultivation of psilocybin mushrooms for personal, spiritual, religious, or medical purposes.

And just to cover our arses… It’s important to note that while the mentioned jurisdictions have decriminalized or legalized psilocybin mushrooms in some form, they still remain illegal under federal law in the United States. It’s also important to note that laws and regulations regarding psychedelic mushrooms can change, so it’s always best to check the most up-to-date information from reliable sources. Remember that the legal status of psilocybin mushrooms may vary between medical use, decriminalization, and full legalization, with specific regulations and restrictions in place. It’s always recommended to consult with legal and medical professionals for accurate and up-to-date information.