Psilocybin Laws in Virginia
How Virginia law treats magic mushrooms (psilocybin), from the state code and official state agencies.
Short answer: Psilocybin and psilocyn are Schedule I hallucinogens in Virginia. Possessing a Schedule I or II controlled substance without a prescription is a Class 5 felony (1 to 10 years, or up to 12 months in jail and/or a $2,500 fine). Va. Code §§ 54.1-3446(3), 18.2-250(A)(a), 18.2-10(e)
| Magic mushrooms (psilocybin) | Psilocybin and psilocyn are Schedule I hallucinogens in Virginia. Possessing a Schedule I or II controlled substance without a prescription is a Class 5 felony (1 to 10 years, or up to 12 months in jail and/or a $2,500 fine). Schedule I: https://law.lis.virginia.gov/vacode/54.1-3446/ . Class penalties: Va. |
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FAQ
Are magic mushrooms legal in Virginia?
Psilocybin and psilocyn are Schedule I hallucinogens in Virginia. Possessing a Schedule I or II controlled substance without a prescription is a Class 5 felony (1 to 10 years, or up to 12 months in jail and/or a $2,500 fine).
General legal information, not legal advice. Laws change and local rules can differ; check the linked official source or talk to a lawyer about your situation.