Oregon Cannabis Laws
(OR)Oregon legalized recreational cannabis in 2014. Adults can possess 1 oz in public and grow 4 plants at home.
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Key Statistics
Quick Facts
Legal
Legal
21+
July 1, 2015
Recreational Cannabis Laws
1 oz in public, 8 oz at home
1 oz flower, 5g concentrate, 16 oz edibles per day
4 plants per household
Medical Cannabis Program
24 oz usable, 6 mature plants, 18 seedlings
Cancer, glaucoma, HIV/AIDS, PTSD, chronic pain, cachexia, severe nausea, seizures, muscle spasms
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Federal vs. Oregon 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 Oregon 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.
Oregon Cannabis Law FAQ
Yes, Oregon voters approved Measure 91 in 2014, with legal sales beginning in 2015.
Official Resources
For the most up-to-date and authoritative information, visit the official state resource:
Oregon Official Cannabis WebsiteSources
Oregon (OR)
Quick Reference Card
Legal
Legal
1 oz in public, 8 oz at home
21+
4 plants per household
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