How long until marijuana is legal in the military?

It will not be legal until FEDERAL restrictions are eliminated. The military even bans CBD, which has MANY medical benefits, and is NON-PSYCHOACTIVE (it doesn't get you high)

Unfortunately it isn't as simple as just decriminalization. Alcohol use is not criminal unless you perform an action that is explicitly accounted for in law, underaged consumption, operating a motor vehicle under the influence, etc. Marijuana could be decriminalized but then state/local governments can enforce operation of vehicles under the influence as the criminal offense. Just as the military does not allow being intoxicated during work hours, you can face UCMJ for actions while under the influence of the item. Would the military codify this kind of thing if marijuana was decriminalized at the Federal level.. absolutely. Unfortunately for Marijuana users, the effects of Marijuana outlast that of alcohol and this would vastly effect how that would play out.

Alcohol consumed to the 0.08% BAC limit for most laws, would take approx 5 and a half hours to metabolize alcohol and bring your BAC to 0%.

Marijuana would take upwards of 90 days depending on the test involved and medical effects can be present from 12-24 hours, depending on edible vs inhaled sources. That could make it unrealistic even if decriminalized.

I have read stories where the service branches are currently turning a blind eye to recruits high on dope just to get the numbers because they can't recruit young people otherwise. There is no "how long until..." here's already here. We do not need drug addicts in the military, unfortunately there are no young people who have been brought up "right" who are willing to serve their country. As long as they can sit home and let mommy and daddy take care of them until mommy and daddy die they're happy. Kids today do not know what responsibility and accountability are because they haven't been taught by their parents.

For what it's worth ... I have knees that I swear my great grandfather willed to me upon his death. I was led to CBD oil WITHOUT the THC. You can take it in two ways, either as a cream rubbed on the afflicted area, or, a drop or two sublingual (under the tongue). I could not believe how great it worked ! By using it this way, you won't show up "hot" on any testing. BUT, if you want the buzz, go for the real McCoy.

When it becomes legal on the Federal level, whenever that occurs. Unlike Billy, inhale, but don't hold your breath.

I hope never it would be just one more thing to ruin the military .

If you want to smoke weed "DON'T" join the military .

Marijuana should NOT be used as a pain killer or for any other reason. It dulls the senses, and has along half life once in the body. It can be de detected in the body up to 60 days after use. We need a military which is sharp and alert. There are other medications which can effectively deal with pain.
ekrinsky RN (retired)

As a man Aviation Medical Examiner and 30 years in the military as both an aviator / physician I can tell you there are underlying issues with Marijuana … namely the ingredient THC which you can never get rid of even in OTC products … THC causes many effects to being alert and ability to think clearly so hence I do not believe the federal government nor the military will ever allow. In addition just because this is legal in many states does not make it legal if you are in federal property or if you work for the state such as in law enforcement … so be careful.

I could see it possibly being legalized for medical purposes as studies have shown that it does have some medicinal qualities. But as far as general recreational use, I think the leadership should legalize it when Hell freezes over. It is my opinion that drugs have no place in the military other than for legitimate medical purposes. It's bad enough that I have to put up with soldiers who insist on having their cigarettes and alcohol (which I believe should also be banned) and not caring how it impact others. I don't believe having soldiers who are high would do the army any good either. This is my opinion.