Key Statistics
Quick Facts
Legal
Legal
21+
February 24, 2015
Recreational Cannabis Laws
1 oz usable, 7g concentrate
1 oz flower, 7g concentrate per transaction
6 plants (3 mature) per adult, 12 per household
Medical Cannabis Program
1 oz usable
6 plants (3 mature)
Cancer, HIV/AIDS, glaucoma, chronic pain, cachexia, PTSD, and others
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Federal vs. Alaska Law
Important: Cannabis remains a Schedule I controlled substance under federal law, regardless of state legalization.
Illegal (Schedule I)
All cannabis possession, sale, and cultivation is prohibited
Recreational Legal
Adults 21+ can legally purchase and possess
What this means: While Alaska has legalized cannabis at the state level, federal agencies can still enforce federal law. This affects banking, interstate commerce, federal employment, and travel across state lines or through federal lands.
Alaska Cannabis Law FAQ
Yes, Alaska legalized recreational marijuana in 2014. Adults 21 and older can legally possess and purchase cannabis.
Official Resources
For the most up-to-date and authoritative information, visit the official state resource:
Alaska Official Cannabis WebsiteSources
Alaska (AK)
Quick Reference Card
Legal
Legal
1 oz usable, 7g concentrate
21+
6 plants (3 mature) per adult,...
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