Key Statistics
Quick Facts
Legal
Legal
21+
July 1, 2018
Recreational Cannabis Laws
1 oz
1 oz per transaction
6 plants (2 mature) per household
Medical Cannabis Program
2 oz
Cancer, HIV/AIDS, MS, Crohn's, Parkinson's, PTSD, chronic pain, and others
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Federal vs. Vermont 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 Vermont 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.
Vermont Cannabis Law FAQ
Yes, Vermont was the first state to legalize recreational cannabis through its legislature in 2018, with sales beginning in 2022.
Official Resources
For the most up-to-date and authoritative information, visit the official state resource:
Vermont Official Cannabis WebsiteSources
Vermont (VT)
Quick Reference Card
Legal
Legal
1 oz
21+
6 plants (2 mature) per househ...
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