District of Columbia Ayahuasca Ban (2026): In Force
As of November 12, 2026, Ayahuasca is banned from retail sale in District of Columbia, effective August 5, 1981. The ban comes from federal scheduling, which takes precedence over state law.
Verified November 12, 2026. Full determination, citations and verbatim law: Is Ayahuasca legal in District of Columbia?When does the District of Columbia Ayahuasca ban take effect?
The District of Columbia Ayahuasca ban is already in force (effective August 5, 1981); no further effective date is pending.
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