Is psilocybin legal in Washington?

Psilocybin is illegal under Washington state law and federal law. Possession, sale, and cultivation can result in criminal charges.

Are magic mushrooms decriminalized in Washington?

No — psilocybin is not decriminalized statewide in Washington. It remains a controlled substance under state and federal law.

Where can I legally access psilocybin near Washington?

Oregon and Colorado have licensed supervised psilocybin programs as of 2026, and New Mexico has a medical psilocybin access pathway. See the legal status map for state-by-state details.

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Psilocybin legal status in Washington: laws, decrim & 2026 update

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Current psilocybin laws and regulations in Washington

Current Legal Status

Quick answer

Psilocybin legal status in Washington: Psilocybin is illegal at the state level. Seattle has adopted a policy deprioritizing enforcement for personal possession of psychedelics, with prosecution focused on sales and distribution.

Psilocybin is illegal at the state level. Seattle has adopted a policy deprioritizing enforcement for personal possession of psychedelics, with prosecution focused on sales and distribution.

Timeline of Key Events

2021

Seattle Deprioritizes

City attorney and law enforcement adopt policy to not prosecute simple possession of psychedelics.

Decriminalized Cities

Seattle

Deprioritized

Decriminalized 2021

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Legal disclaimer

Psilocybin remains illegal under Washington state and federal law. Seattle has deprioritized enforcement locally. This information is for educational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice.

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