Key Statistics
Quick Facts
Legal
Legal
21+
June 29, 2021
Recreational Cannabis Laws
2 oz flower, 16g concentrate, 800mg edibles
2 oz per day
6 mature, 6 immature plants per adult
Medical Cannabis Program
15 oz per 90 days
Cancer, glaucoma, HIV/AIDS, MS, epilepsy, spinal cord damage, PTSD, chronic pain, and others
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Federal vs. New Mexico 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 New Mexico 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 Mexico Cannabis Law FAQ
Yes, New Mexico legalized recreational cannabis in 2021, with sales beginning April 2022.
Official Resources
For the most up-to-date and authoritative information, visit the official state resource:
New Mexico Official Cannabis WebsiteSources
New Mexico (NM)
Quick Reference Card
Legal
Legal
2 oz flower, 16g concentrate, 800mg edibles
21+
6 mature, 6 immature plants pe...
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