Is 5-MeO-DMT legal in Washington?

Where is 5-MeO-DMT legal?

5-MeO-DMT is illegal to possess in the United States. However, some cities and towns throughout the country and the state of Oregon have decriminalized or named entheogenic compounds a low priority for their local law enforcement. Since 5-MeO-DMT is an entheogenic compound, it’s included in the legislation that governs these areas.

The current list of these places includes:

  • Arcata, CA
  • Oakland, CA
  • Santa Cruz, CA
  • Cambridge, MA
  • Easthampton, MA
  • Northampton, MA
  • Somerville, MA
  • Ann Arbor, MI
  • Detroit, MI
  • Washtenaw County, MI
  • Oregon
  • Seattle, WA
  • Port Townsend, WA

5-MeO-DMT in Washington

In Washington state, 5-MeO-DMT is illegal and considered a Schedule I controlled substance in accordance with federal law. However, in the city of Seattle, entheogenic compounds are considered a low priority for law enforcement. This policy was codified by resolution 32021. In Port Townsend, Washington, possession of entheogens is also the lowest priority for the police. The city council there is in support of fully decriminalizing these compounds and has called for neighboring municipalities to encourage the same.

In the state of Washington, drug possession for first and second-time offenders is considered a misdemeanor. State law currently encourages prosecutors to refer those found in possession of drugs for assessment and treatment rather than prosecuting these individuals as criminals. Drug possession was formerly a felony charge in Washington, and lawmakers are evaluating this softer approach to drug offenses for a period of two years.

Active legislation about 5-MeO-DMT in Washington

In Washington state, The Psilocybin Wellness and Opportunity Act (SB 5660) recently failed to advance out of committee in the legislature. If passed, residents of the Evergreen State would have enjoyed access to the therapeutic use of entheogenic compounds. However, the legislature did approve a $200,000 line item in its budget for psilocybin research. The budget bill is currently pending approval by the governor. At this time, the bill does not include any language regarding 5-MeO-DMT.

Is ayahuasca legal in Washington?

Where is ayahuasca legal?

Ayahuasca is not legal to possess in the U.S. The active ingredient in ayahuasca, DMT, is classified as a controlled substance, Schedule I. Schedule I drugs are considered to be among the most likely to be abused. Ayahuasca is a tea brewed from psychoactive plants. In some places throughout the country, these plants are decriminalized. That means possession of them is either a civil infraction or the police aren’t meant to prioritize arresting those found with the substances.

The following is a list of those places with decriminalized or deprioritized entheogenic compounds:

  • Arcata, CA
  • Oakland, CA
  • Santa Cruz, CA
  • Cambridge, MA
  • Easthampton, MA
  • Northampton, MA
  • Somerville, MA
  • Ann Arbor, MI
  • Detroit, MI
  • Washtenaw County, MI
  • Oregon
  • Seattle, WA
  • Port Townsend, WA

Ayahuasca in Washington

Ayahuasca is an illegal drug in the state of Washington. However, members of the UDV and the Santo Daime churches in Washington state are permitted to partake of ayahuasca in their religious ceremonies. These churches must comply with DEA oversight of the import of their brews from outside the country.

In Seattle and Port Townsend, Washington, plant compounds like ayahuasca are considered low priority for law enforcement.

Active legislation about ayahuasca in Washington

Recently in Washington state, SB 5660 failed to advance out of committee in the state legislature. This bill aimed to expand access to the therapeutic use of entheogenic compounds. After that bill failed, however, lawmakers approved a $200K item in the state’s annual budget to conduct psilocybin research. The governor has yet to approve the budget. At this time, the bill does not include any language regarding ayahuasca, however.

Is DMT legal in Washington?

Where is DMT legal?

DMT is an illegal drug in the U.S. In fact, DMT is federally classified as a Schedule I drug. Schedule I drugs typically carry the heaviest penalties for possession. There are a few exceptions, though. In some places, plant-derived entheogenic substances like DMT are on the low end of priorities for law enforcement.

Even though still illegal at the federal level, substances like DMT are considered low priority or decriminalized in the following places:

  • Arcata, CA
  • Oakland, CA
  • Santa Cruz, CA
  • Cambridge, MA
  • Easthampton, MA
  • Northampton, MA
  • Somerville, MA
  • Ann Arbor, MI
  • Detroit, MI
  • Washtenaw County, MI
  • Oregon
  • Seattle, WA
  • Port Townsend, WA
  • Washington, D.C.

DMT in Washington

DMT is not legal in Washington state or any other state for that matter. Washington does have some of the most permissive drug laws in the country, however. For first and second-time offenders, drug possession is a misdemeanor. For the most part, the idea in Washington is to refer those with drug addiction for mental health assessments and treatment.

DMT is considered an entheogenic, natural substance. For this reason, in Seattle and Port Townsend, Washington, the local ordinances deprioritize the prosecution of DMT possession.

Active legislation about DMT in Washington

Washington very recently was considering the Psilocybin Wellness and Opportunity Act. The bill didn’t pass, but Washington state residents still seem interested in expanded access to psilocybin-based medical treatments. State lawmakers included $200,000 in the state budget for the study of psilocybin treatments. Washington is currently waiting on the governor to approve the budget.

Psilocybin is derived from mushrooms, much like DMT is derived from plants. Does this mean that the legalization of DMT is around the corner? It’s hard to say. At this time, there isn’t any language in the budget bill about DMT.

Is ibogaine legal in Washington?

Where is ibogaine legal?

Ibogaine’s illegal in the entire United States. But, even though it’s illegal at the federal level, substances like ibogaine are considered low priority or decriminalized in the following areas:

  • Arcata, CA
  • Oakland, CA
  • Santa Cruz, CA
  • Cambridge, MA
  • Easthampton, MA
  • Northampton, MA
  • Somerville, MA
  • Ann Arbor, MI
  • Detroit, MI
  • Washtenaw County, MI
  • Oregon
  • Seattle, WA
  • Port Townsend, WA
  • Washington, D.C.

Ibogaine in Washington

Ibogaine, while illegal in Washington state, is a plant compound. In Port Townsend and Seattle, Washington, entheogenic plant compounds are effectively decriminalized. Prosecutors and police departments in these areas place a low priority on prosecuting individuals in possession of ibogaine.

Active legislation about ibogaine in Washington

At this time, there’s no ibogaine-specific legislation pending in Washington. However, Washington is looking at researching medically supervised treatment with psilocybin in the state.

Is ketamine legal in Washington?

Where is ketamine legal?

Ketamine is a legal, albeit prescription, medication. Ketamine is an anesthetic drug, one that’s used under the supervision of a medical professional. Ketamine is a controlled substance (Schedule III) and it is illegal to use ketamine recreationally anywhere in the United States.

Ketamine in Washington

Ketamine is a legal prescription medication in the state of Washington. Ketamine is used as an anesthetic in certain medical procedures. Ketamine is also approved as an off-label treatment for mental health disorders like PTSD, anxiety, and depression. The nasal spray esketamine (brand name Spravato) is widely accepted as a treatment for depression, along with a traditional antidepressant. There are several ketamine treatment facilities in Washington state.

Active legislation about ketamine in Washington

There’s nothing on the current legislative docket about ketamine at this time.

Is LSD legal in Washington?

Where is LSD legal?

LSD is an illegal drug in the US. LSD is a Schedule I drug under federal law. In Oregon, LSD possession (in small amounts) is not considered a crime. Instead, it’s a civil infraction that results in a fine.

LSD in Washington

Possession of controlled substances, including LSD, is illegal in the state of Washington. But, it is a misdemeanor, rather than a felony, for first and second-time offenders. Washington is currently undergoing the evaluation of a policy that encourages law enforcement and prosecutors to help drug offenders get the treatment they need rather than jail time.

Active legislation about LSD in Washington

Washington state governor Jay Inslee is considering a budget bill that would allow research regarding psilocybin-related treatments statewide. LSD is derived from another type of fungus, and as such, would not be included in the protections afforded by the pending budget.

Is MDMA legal in Washington?

Where is MDMA legal?

MDMA is currently illegal in the U.S. However, in Oregon, the possession of small amounts of Schedule I substances isn’t a crime. Those found with MDMA in Oregon would instead be fined, rather than imprisoned.

MDMA in Washington

MDMA is illegal in Washington. For those who are caught in possession of MDMA, it is considered a misdemeanor and may result in a 90-day jail sentence. Right now, in the state of Washington, police divert a defendant’s first and second drug possession charges for evaluation and treatment, rather than sending the case to a prosecutor. This new approach to drug charges is set to expire after this initial two-year term (drug possession used to carry a felony charge in Washington).

Active legislation about MDMA in Washington

MDMA’s not the subject of any legislation in Washington at the moment. State lawmakers are currently considering a budget that includes a $200K line item that would enable research into medically supervised psilocybin treatments. MDMA isn’t mentioned anywhere in the current iteration of the bill though.

Are mescaline-containing cacti like peyote or San Pedro legal in Washington?

Where are mescaline, peyote, or San Pedro legal?

Peyote and the mescaline extracted from it are illegal throughout the United States. They’re considered Schedule I controlled substances, which means they’re illegal on a federal level. However, mescaline is decriminalized or deprioritized for local law enforcement in these locations:

  • Arcata, CA
  • Oakland, CA
  • Cambridge, MA
  • Easthampton, MA
  • Northampton, MA
  • Somerville, MA
  • Ann Arbor, MI
  • Detroit, MI
  • Washtenaw County, MI
  • Oregon
  • Seattle, WA
  • Port Townsend, WA
  • Washington, D.C.

You can legally own a San Pedro cactus, but it is illegal to extract its mescaline.

Mescaline, peyote, and San Pedro in Washington

Peyote and mescaline are illegal to possess in Washington state. However, across the nation, bona fide members of the Native American Church (NAC) are permitted to use peyote in their spiritual ceremonies.

Active legislation about mescaline, peyote, and San Pedro in Washington

Mescaline, peyote, and San Pedro are not currently the subjects of any pending legislation in Washington. Psilocybin, the compound found in “magic” mushrooms, could enjoy expanded research opportunities in the state if the current budget bill is approved by the governor. This bill will allow research into psilocybin-based treatments in Washington, but it doesn’t include anything about mescaline or peyote.

Is psilocybin legal in Washington?

Where is psilocybin legal?

Psilocybin is an illegal substance anywhere in the United States. Psilocybin is an entheogenic fungus, which means that it’s decriminalized or considered a low priority for local law enforcement in these areas:

  • Arcata, CA
  • Oakland, CA
  • Santa Cruz, CA
  • Denver, CO
  • Cambridge, MA
  • Easthampton, MA
  • Northampton, MA
  • Somerville, MA
  • Ann Arbor, MI
  • Detroit, MI
  • Washtenaw County, MI
  • Oregon
  • Seattle, WA
  • Port Townsend, WA
  • Washington, D.C.

Psilocybin in Washington

Psilocybin is illegal to possess in the state of Washington right now. But, in the city of Seattle and in Port Townsend entheogenic fungi like psilocybin are considered the lowest priority for the police and prosecutors. Elsewhere in the state, first and second offenses of drug possession (including Schedule I substances like psilocybin) are a misdemeanor. Law enforcement is encouraged to refer drug possession charges to treatment and evaluation centers.

Active legislation about psilocybin in Washington

Washington lawmakers were recently considering SB 5660, known as The Psilocybin Wellness and Opportunity Act. This bill, if passed, would have allowed access to medically supervised treatments with psilocybin throughout the state of Washington. The bill never advanced out of committee — but lawmakers did approve a $200,000 budget for psilocybin research. The governor has yet to approve the budget.

When local efforts to decriminalize psilocybin in Spokane stalled due to procedural issues, Spokane activists threw their weight wholeheartedly behind the state efforts to provide research into psilocybin services.