Cannabis Laws by State

Alabama legalized medical cannabis in 2021. Smoking flower is not permitted. Dispensaries opening in 2025.

Alaska legalized recreational cannabis in 2014. Adults 21+ can purchase up to 1 oz and grow 6 plants at home.

Arizona voters approved recreational cannabis in 2020. Adults can possess 1 oz and grow up to 6 plants.

Arkansas voters approved medical cannabis in 2016. Patients can possess up to 2.5 oz per 14-day period.

California, the first state to legalize medical cannabis (1996) and recreational in 2016. Adults can possess 28.5g and grow 6 plants.

Colorado was the first state to legalize recreational cannabis (2012). Adults can possess 2 oz and grow 6 plants.

Connecticut legalized recreational cannabis in 2021. Adults can possess 1.5 oz in public and 5 oz at home.

Delaware legalized recreational cannabis in 2023. Adults can possess 1 oz but home cultivation is not allowed.

DC legalized recreational cannabis in 2014 but commercial sales remain banned. Gifting is common. Adults can possess 2 oz and grow 6 plants.

Florida has one of the largest medical cannabis programs. 2024 recreational ballot measure failed (needed 60%, got 56%).

Georgia allows low-THC oil (up to 5% THC) for registered patients. No dispensaries - must obtain elsewhere or grow (illegal).

Hawaii has had medical cannabis since 2000. Patients can possess 4 oz and grow 10 plants.