Cannabis Possession Limits by State
How much cannabis can you legally carry? Possession limits vary widely across the United States. Some states allow adults to carry up to several ounces recreationally, others only permit medical patients to possess cannabis, and many still criminalize any amount. Explore each state's possession limits for flower, concentrates, and edibles below.
25
Recreational
9
Medical Only
4
Decriminalized
13
Illegal
Recreational
Medical Only
Decriminalized
Illegal
Alabama
IllegalRecreationalN/A
MedicalN/A
Alaska
RecreationalRecreational1 oz (28.3g) of flower
Medical1 oz usable marijuana
Concentrates7g of concentrates
Arizona
RecreationalRecreational1 oz (28g) of flower
Medical2.5 oz every 14 days
Concentrates5g of concentrates
Arkansas
Medical OnlyRecreationalN/A
Medical2.5 oz every 14 days
ConcentratesIncluded in medical allotment
California
RecreationalRecreational28.5g (about 1 oz) of flower
Medical8 oz or as recommended by physician
Concentrates8g of concentrates
Colorado
RecreationalRecreational2 oz (56g) of flower
Medical2 oz of usable cannabis
Concentrates8g of concentrates
Connecticut
RecreationalRecreational1.5 oz (42.5g) on person
MedicalUp to a 1-month supply as determined by physician
Concentrates5g of concentrates
Delaware
RecreationalRecreational1 oz (28g) of flower
Medical6 oz every 30 days
ConcentratesNo separate specified limit
District of Columbia
RecreationalRecreational2 oz flower
Medical4 oz per month
Florida
Medical OnlyRecreationalN/A
Medical2.5 oz of smokable flower every 35 days
ConcentratesIncluded in medical allotment (mg THC basis)
Georgia
IllegalRecreationalN/A
Medical20 fl oz of low-THC oil (max 5% THC)
Hawaii
Medical OnlyRecreationalN/A
Medical4 oz of usable cannabis
ConcentratesIncluded in medical allotment
Idaho
IllegalRecreationalN/A
MedicalN/A
Illinois
RecreationalRecreational30g flower for residents / 15g for non-residents
Medical2.5 oz every 14 days
Concentrates5g for residents / 2.5g for non-residents
Indiana
IllegalRecreationalN/A
MedicalN/A
Iowa
IllegalRecreationalN/A
Medical4.5g of THC per 90-day period (medical cannabidiol program)
Kansas
IllegalRecreationalN/A
MedicalN/A
Kentucky
IllegalRecreationalN/A
MedicalN/A
Louisiana
Medical OnlyRecreationalN/A
MedicalUp to a 30-day supply as recommended by physician
ConcentratesIncluded in medical allotment
Maine
RecreationalRecreational2.5 oz of flower
Medical2.5 oz of usable cannabis (8 lbs for caregivers)
Concentrates5g of concentrates
Maryland
RecreationalRecreational1.5 oz of flower
MedicalUp to a 120-day supply
Concentrates12g of concentrates
Massachusetts
RecreationalRecreational1 oz (28g) in public / 10 oz at home
Medical10 oz (60-day supply)
Concentrates5g of concentrates in public
Michigan
RecreationalRecreational2.5 oz on person / 10 oz at home
Medical2.5 oz of usable cannabis
Concentrates15g of concentrates
Minnesota
RecreationalRecreational2 oz of flower in public
MedicalUp to a 90-day supply
Concentrates8g of concentrates
Mississippi
DecriminalizedRecreationalN/A
Medical3.5g per day / up to 1 oz per 14 days (medical)
Missouri
RecreationalRecreational3 oz of flower
Medical6 oz per 30 days (medical patients)
ConcentratesNo separate limit; included in overall possession
Montana
RecreationalRecreational1 oz usable cannabis
Medical1 oz usable cannabis
Nebraska
DecriminalizedRecreationalN/A
MedicalN/A
Nevada
RecreationalRecreational1 oz flower / 3.5 g concentrates
Medical2.5 oz flower per 14 days
Concentrates3.5 g (recreational)
New Hampshire
DecriminalizedRecreationalN/A
Medical2 oz per transaction
New Jersey
RecreationalRecreational1 oz (up to 6 oz with valid ID under CREAMMA)
Medical3 oz per 30 days
New Mexico
RecreationalRecreational2 oz flower
Medical2 oz flower per 90 days (adequate supply)
Concentrates16 g concentrates
New York
RecreationalRecreational3 oz flower / 24 g concentrates
Medical60-day supply
Concentrates24 g
North Carolina
DecriminalizedRecreationalN/A
MedicalN/A
North Dakota
Medical OnlyRecreationalN/A
Medical3 oz per 30 days
Ohio
RecreationalRecreational2.5 oz flower
Medical2.5 oz per 90 days (varies by form)
Concentrates15 g concentrates
Oklahoma
Medical OnlyRecreationalN/A
Medical3 oz flower on person / 8 oz at home
Concentrates1 oz concentrates (medical)
Oregon
RecreationalRecreational1 oz in public / 8 oz at home
Medical24 oz usable cannabis
Concentrates5 g extracts (in public)
Pennsylvania
Medical OnlyRecreationalN/A
Medical30-day supply (determined by physician)
Rhode Island
RecreationalRecreational1 oz flower
Medical2.5 oz per 15 days
South Carolina
IllegalRecreationalN/A
MedicalN/A
South Dakota
IllegalRecreationalN/A
Medical3 oz per 30 days (medical card required)
Tennessee
IllegalRecreationalN/A
MedicalN/A
Texas
IllegalRecreationalN/A
MedicalLow-THC cannabis only (Compassionate Use Program)
Utah
Medical OnlyRecreationalN/A
Medical113 g unprocessed flower (medical card required)
Vermont
RecreationalRecreational1 oz flower
Medical2 oz per 30 days
Concentrates5 g concentrates
Virginia
RecreationalRecreational1 oz flower
Medical4 oz per 30 days
Washington
RecreationalRecreational1 oz flower / 7 g concentrates
Medical3 oz flower / 21 g concentrates
Concentrates7 g (recreational) / 21 g (medical)
West Virginia
Medical OnlyRecreationalN/A
Medical30-day supply (determined by physician)
Wisconsin
IllegalRecreationalN/A
MedicalN/A
Wyoming
IllegalRecreationalN/A
MedicalN/A
Disclaimer: The information on this page is provided for educational and informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Cannabis remains illegal under US federal law. State possession limits and regulations are subject to change and may vary by local jurisdiction. Always verify current laws with official state resources and consult with a qualified attorney before possessing cannabis. Cannabismarketcap does not guarantee the accuracy or completeness of any information presented.