Georgia Laws & Policy on Psychedelics

Current Legal Status in Georgia

• Psilocybin & MDMA: Classified as Schedule I drugs meaning they are considered to have "no accepted medical use" and a high potential for abuse under Georgia law.

• Ketamine Therapy: Ketamine is legal when administered by a licensed  professional. Ketamine-assisted therapy is currently used for treatment-resistant depression and PTSD in the state of Georgia.

• Federal Psychedelic Research: While Georgia does not have a legal framework for psychedelic-assisted therapy, research studies are underway at Emory University and other institutions researching the effects of psilocybin and MDMA as a form of mental health interventions. 

  Advocacy & Policy Updates

• Local Advocacy: Mental health advocates and research organizations are working to educate lawmakers and the public about the benefits of psychedelics in mental health treatment.

• Future Outlook: As more clinical trials demonstrate the safety and efficacy of psychedelics, there may be opportunities for policy reform in Georgia in the coming years.
  

  Resources & Further Reading

• Georgia Drug Schedules & Laws – Official Georgia law governing controlled substances

• Multidisciplinary Association for Psychedelic Studies (MAPS) – Leading research on MDMA and psychedelic therapy

• Emory University Psychedelic Research – Ongoing studies on psychedelics in mental health treatment

• Federal Psychedelic Policy Updates – Learn about national trends in psychedelic policy