Legal reference — Georgia

Are Psilocybin Mushrooms Legal in Georgia? (2026)

No. Psilocybin mushrooms are illegal statewide in Georgia in 2026; Atlanta has not legalized or decriminalized psilocybin.

Last reviewed: 2026-05-02  ·  Educational only — not legal advice
Educational only — not legal advice. Laws change rapidly. Verify current statutes with a licensed attorney before making any decision. Corrections: corrections@mindmedicinelaw.com.
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Illegal statewide; no Atlanta decriminalization No. Psilocybin mushrooms are Schedule I under Georgia Code §16-13-25 and under federal law. No city in Georgia has passed a deprioritization resolution. No psychedelic reform legislation has advanced in the Georgia General Assembly.
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Important notes

Georgia has passed no psychedelic reform as of 2026. Psilocybin mushrooms are Schedule I under Georgia Code §16-13-25 and under federal law. No decriminalization, therapeutic program, or research bill has advanced in the legislature.

Primary sources to verify Georgia law

Georgia General Assembly

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Georgia Code lookup

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Legal access options for Georgia residents (2026)

As of 2026, Georgia does not have a licensed psilocybin access program. Legal options for residents include:

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Frequently asked questions about Georgia psilocybin law

Is psilocybin legal in Georgia in 2026?

No. Psilocybin mushrooms are illegal statewide in Georgia in 2026; Atlanta has not legalized or decriminalized psilocybin.

Are mushrooms legal in Georgia?

No. Psilocybin mushrooms are Schedule I under Georgia Code §16-13-25 and under federal law. No city in Georgia has passed a deprioritization resolution. No psychedelic reform legislation has advanced in the Georgia General Assembly.

Are psilocybin mushrooms legal in Georgia?

No. Psilocybin and psilocin are Schedule I controlled substances under Georgia Code §16-13-25. Possession of any amount is a felony in Georgia, carrying 1–15 years imprisonment. Distribution or manufacturing carry 5–30 year sentences. Georgia has some of the harsher penalties for psychedelic possession in the United States.

Are mushrooms legal in Atlanta?

No. Atlanta has not passed any decriminalization or deprioritization resolution for psilocybin mushrooms. Georgia state law applies — possession is a felony. The Atlanta City Council has not taken up psychedelic reform.

Last reviewed: 2026-05-02. Tell us what's changed — corrections@mindmedicinelaw.com.