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    Washington

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    Last updated September 1, 2025

    This is informational only and does not constitute legal advice. Laws change frequently. Consult qualified legal counsel in Washington for specific guidance.

    Substance-by-Substance Status

    KetamineLegal
    PsilocybinDecriminalized
    MDMATrials Only
    AyahuascaIllegal
    IbogaineIllegal

    Policies & Regulations

    Decriminalization

    ActiveEffective July 2023

    Seattle has deprioritized enforcement of laws against personal use of natural psychedelics. Statewide, Washington passed SB 5263 creating a task force to study psilocybin therapy. The task force recommendations are expected in 2025. Ketamine therapy is available through standard medical channels.

    What's Allowed

    • •Ketamine therapy via licensed medical providers
    • •Seattle: deprioritized enforcement for natural psychedelics
    • •Clinical trial participation

    Not Allowed

    • •Statewide: psilocybin possession is still technically illegal
    • •Commercial psychedelic services (no framework yet)

    How to Access

    1. 1.Seek ketamine therapy through licensed providers
    2. 2.In Seattle, personal use of natural psychedelics is lowest enforcement priority
    3. 3.Monitor state task force recommendations

    Official Resources

    Washington SB 5263 — Psilocybin Task ForceSeattle Resolution on Natural Psychedelics

    Last updated: September 1, 2025

    Recent Changes

    September 1, 2025

    Washington State psilocybin task force published preliminary recommendations including a regulated therapy model similar to Oregon.

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