Cannabis Laws by State 2026
Your comprehensive 2026 guide to marijuana legalization across the United States. 25 states have legalized recreational weed and 39 allow medical marijuana. Click any state to view detailed cannabis regulations.
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View All →Alabama
ALAlabama legalized medical cannabis in 2021. Smoking flower is not permitted. Dispensaries opening in 2025.
Alaska
AKAlaska legalized recreational cannabis in 2014. Adults 21+ can purchase up to 1 oz and grow 6 plants at home.
Arizona
AZArizona voters approved recreational cannabis in 2020. Adults can possess 1 oz and grow up to 6 plants.
Arkansas
ARArkansas voters approved medical cannabis in 2016. Patients can possess up to 2.5 oz per 14-day period.
California
CACalifornia, the first state to legalize medical cannabis (1996) and recreational in 2016. Adults can possess 28.5g and grow 6 plants.
Colorado
COColorado was the first state to legalize recreational cannabis (2012). Adults can possess 2 oz and grow 6 plants.
Connecticut
CTConnecticut legalized recreational cannabis in 2021. Adults can possess 1.5 oz in public and 5 oz at home.
Delaware
DEDelaware legalized recreational cannabis in 2023. Adults can possess 1 oz but home cultivation is not allowed.
District of Columbia
DCDC legalized recreational cannabis in 2014 but commercial sales remain banned. Gifting is common. Adults can possess 2 oz and grow 6 plants.
Florida
FLFlorida has one of the largest medical cannabis programs. 2024 recreational ballot measure failed (needed 60%, got 56%).
Georgia
GAGeorgia allows low-THC oil (up to 5% THC) for registered patients. No dispensaries - must obtain elsewhere or grow (illegal).
Hawaii
HIHawaii has had medical cannabis since 2000. Patients can possess 4 oz and grow 10 plants.
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