Are there any federal laws that pertain to cannabis?

Yes, there are several federal laws that pertain to cannabis. The federal government classified cannabis as a Schedule I drug, defined as a dangerous substance with no medical value and a high potential for abuse. This means that any possession, cultivation, manufacture, transport, distribution, sale, and/or use of cannabis is strictly prohibited by federal law and carries a hefty fine and possible prison sentence. There is an exception for certain medical use of cannabis, though the requirements are strict and must be approved by the Food and Drug Administration and the Drug Enforcement Agency. Even in states like Wisconsin where certain forms of medical and/or recreational cannabis use has been legalized, it is still illegal under the federal Controlled Substances Act, and is subject to federal law. This means that any activity related to cannabis use, including sale, transportation, and distribution is still illegal and punishable under the federal law. The only exception is for medical use approved by the FDA and DEA.

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