Key Statistics
Quick Facts
Legal
Legal
21+
March 31, 2021
Recreational Cannabis Laws
3 oz flower, 24g concentrate
3 oz flower per transaction
6 plants per person (3 mature, 3 immature), 12 per household
Medical Cannabis Program
60-day supply
Cancer, HIV/AIDS, ALS, Parkinson's, MS, epilepsy, IBD, chronic pain, PTSD, and others
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Federal vs. New York 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 York 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 York Cannabis Law FAQ
Yes, New York legalized recreational cannabis in March 2021, with legal sales beginning in late 2022.
Official Resources
For the most up-to-date and authoritative information, visit the official state resource:
New York Official Cannabis WebsiteSources
New York (NY)
Quick Reference Card
Legal
Legal
3 oz flower, 24g concentrate
21+
6 plants per person (3 mature,...
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