BIG (cannabis) news in Missouri! A recent Missouri cannabis tax ruling from the Supreme Court just put more money back in your pocket. The decision prevents double taxation on recreational cannabis purchases in cities and towns that have their own local government, so you’ll save money every time you shop.
Missouri’s Supreme Court Ruling Explained
In a 6–1 ruling issued in July 2025, the Missouri Supreme Court clarified that local governments can’t stack a 3% marijuana sales tax on top of another 3% tax in the same location (yes, this was happening). Under Amendment 3 (approved by voters in 2022), only ONE local government—either a city/town in an incorporated area or the county in unincorporated zones—can charge that extra 3%. Not both!
That Means… You’ll See Lower Taxes at Checkout
Before this very needed Missouri cannabis tax ruling, some dispensaries had to collect both the city’s and the county’s 3% cannabis tax. That meant customers were paying up to a 6% local tax, on top of Missouri’s 6% state cannabis tax and other standard sales taxes. In some areas, your total was ballooning past 20%.
NOW, if you’re buying cannabis in an incorporated city that already has a 3% tax, the county can’t pile on its own. HUZZAH, and thank goodness.
How This Saves Missouri Cannabis Customers Money
Missouri cannabis consumers are expected to save around $3 million a month thanks to this ruling. That’s real money back in your wallet—whether you put it toward groceries, gas, rent, ooooor a little more flower. Either way, that’s a solid win for anyone who shops at MO dispensaries like Key Cannabis.
Why This Missouri Cannabis Tax Ruling Matters
This ruling is a BIG win for Missouri cannabis consumers and our tired wallets.
So! When you’re stocking up on flower, edibles, vapes, or pre-rolls, you’ll now see those savings reflected in your final total at your local Key Cannabis.
If you’ve been waiting for the right time to shop or explore something new, this is a great opportunity to stop by and see how far your dollars go!
