Indiana
Cannabis Law Guide & THCA Vendor SOP
Hemp Law
DEAD FOR SMOKABLE HEMP: IC 35-48-4-10.1 bans smokable hemp products. Class A misdemeanor. Non-smokable hemp products (edibles, tinctures, topicals) remain legal.
Important Note
KILLED for D2C flower: IC 35-48-4-10.1 smokable hemp ban. Edibles/tinctures/topicals still legal.
Marijuana / Cannabis Law
Cannabis remains fully illegal in Indiana. No medical program. CBD oil exemption (SEA 52, 2018) for epilepsy only.
Possession Limit
Any amount: misdemeanor (30g or less) to felony (30g+).
No medical or adult-use legislation expected in near term. Hemp market fills consumer demand.
THCA Vendor SOP — Indiana
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Register as hemp handler with Indiana OISC
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Lab test all products: delta-9 THC < 0.3%
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Label per OISC requirements: THC content, batch ID, QR to COA
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Maintain compliance documentation for 3 years
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Do not make medical or health claims
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Cooperate with OISC inspections
Hemp Vendor Requirements
- Smokable hemp BANNED — Class A misdemeanor
- Non-smokable products still legal
- Hemp handler registration with OISC for permitted products
Key Dates
2018: CBD oil exemption (SEA 52)
2019-03-21: Hemp legalized (SEA 516)
Enforcement Notes
CRITICAL: Smokable hemp banned. IC 35-48-4-10.1. Class A misdemeanor. Do NOT ship flower D2C to Indiana.
Disclaimer: This information is provided for educational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Cannabis laws change frequently. The statute citations and regulatory links were verified as of March 2026 but may have been updated. Always verify current regulations withIndiana Office of the Indiana State Chemist before making business decisions. Consult a licensed attorney in Indiana for advice specific to your situation.