New Hampshire Cannabis Laws

(NH)
Medical OnlyUpdated December 6, 2025

New Hampshire decriminalized recreational possession in 2017 but full legalization bills have repeatedly stalled.

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Key Statistics

Medical Only
Legal Status
2 oz
Possession Limit

Quick Facts

Recreational

Not Legal

Medical

Legal

Medical Cannabis Program

Possession Limit

2 oz

Home Cultivation

Not permitted

Qualifying Conditions

Cancer, glaucoma, HIV/AIDS, hepatitis C, ALS, MS, Crohn's, PTSD, chronic pain, severe vomiting, and others

How to Apply

Get certification from provider, apply with Department of Health and Human Services

Need help getting your medical card? Check out our complete guide to getting a medical marijuana card.

Penalties & Enforcement

Under 3/4 oz: $100 fine (decriminalized). Over 3/4 oz: Criminal penalties

Federal vs. New Hampshire Law

Important: Cannabis remains a Schedule I controlled substance under federal law, regardless of state legalization.

Federal Law

Illegal (Schedule I)

All cannabis possession, sale, and cultivation is prohibited

New Hampshire Law

Medical Legal

Registered patients can access medical cannabis

What this means: While New Hampshire 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.

New Hampshire Cannabis Law FAQ

Yes, New Hampshire has had medical marijuana since 2013.

Official Resources

For the most up-to-date and authoritative information, visit the official state resource:

New Hampshire Official Cannabis Website

Sources

New Hampshire (NH)

Quick Reference Card

Medical Only
Recreational

Not Legal

Medical

Legal

Possession Limit

2 oz

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