Explore by State
Learn more about cannabis, notable figures, brands, history, and more by state. You can scroll down till you find your state or use the side bar to navigate to the state you're looking for.
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Cannabis culture, history, and even legality varies on a state-by-state basis. Here, you can find information on popular west coast cannabis brands, hidden gems in the northeast (like Maine), and what's happening down south in Florida.
Starting with popular states and then working our way down in alphabetical order:
Alabama
Alabama, known for its Southern charm and college football, legalized medical cannabis in 2021. Recreational use remains illegal, with possession of small amounts potentially leading to jail time. The state continues to focus on hemp production under federal guidelines (see 2018 Farm Bill), contributing to Alabama's agricultural economy.
Alaska
The Last Frontier was an early adopter of cannabis reform, legalizing recreational cannabis use in 2014. Adults aged 21 or older can possess up to one ounce and grow up to 6 plants at home. Medical cannabis has been available in the state since 1998.
Arizona
Arizona, home to the Grand Canyon, legalized rec use in 2020 which allows adults to possess one ounce and 6 plants per person (12 per household).
Arkansas
The Ozark Mountain state has allowed medical cannabis since 2016, but has prohibited home growing and recreational use. However, decriminalization efforts have started in local counties/cities.
California
Cali, the Golden State and entertainment hub allowed medicial cannabis in 1996 and recreational use in 2016. California is the world's largest legal market. Adults can posses 28.5 grams and grow 6 plants.
California has led the way in strains, edibles, tech, and cannabis culture. However, the state faces challenges including black market competition and environmental impacts from mass cultivation. You can learn more about California here.
Colorado
Colorado was the first state to legalize recreational cannabis in 2012, allowing one to posses up to 2 ounces and grow 6 plants (or 12 per household). The state of Colorado is a leader in tourism for cannabis experiences. You can learn more about Colorado here.
Delaware
Delaware legalized recreational cannabis in 2023, allow possession up to 1 ounce, but no home grow allowed for non-medical users.
Florida
The Sunshine State has a thriving medical cannabis program since 2016, but recreational use failed at the ballot in 2024. Florida's large population and number of cannabis users positions them as a potential powerhouse when full legalization occurs. Learn more about Florida cannabis here.
Georgia
Georgia essentially has no medical or recreational cannabis programs, besides low-THC medicinal cannabis oil. Some cities like Atlanta have decriminalized small amounts.
Hawaii
The Aloha State decriminalized small amounts of cannabis in 2019 and has a medicinal program since 2000. However recreational use remains illegal. The islands' unique climate allows them to have the potential for premium cannabis if legalized in the future.
Idaho
Idaho is one of the strictest states on cannabis in the Union. Both medical and recreational use are illegal and no decriminalization has occurred.
Illinois
Home to Chicago, recreational use was legalized in 2019, allowing possession up to 30 grams and 5 plants for home grow (medical patients only).
Indiana
Cannabis is illegal for both recreational and medicinal use. There are no decriminalization efforts statewide.
Iowa
Iowa allows low-THC medical cannabis since 2017 for severe conditions, but smokeable flower, home grow, and recreational use is illegal with strict enforcement.
Kansas
Kansas has full prohibition on cannabis for recreational and medical use.
Louisiana
Louisiana has allowed medical cannabis since 2015, including smokeable flower as of 2021. Recreational use and home grow is illegal, though its decriminalized in small amounts.
Maine
Maine, known for their craft cannabis flower, legalized cannabis recreationally in 2016. They allow up to 2.5 ounces in possession and home grow of 6 plants. Maine is known for their small scale, organic craft cannabis. Learn more about Maine here.
Maryland
Maryland legalized rec use in 2022, allow up to 1.5 ounces possession, and home grow of 2 plants.
Massachusetts
Mass allowed recreational cannabis in 2016, with possession up to 1 ounce (10 at home), and 6 plants per person. Learn more about cannabis in Massachusetts here.
Michigan
The Great Lakes State legalized recreational cannabis in 2018 allowing 2.5 ounces possession and 12 plants for home grow. The Michigan market is booming, with lots of craft cannabis growers and consumption spots on the lake. Learn more about Michigan cannabis here.
Minnesota
Minnesota legalized recreational cannabis in 2023, permitting 2 ounces possession and home grow of 8 plants.
Mississippi
Mississippi legalized recreational cannabis in 2022, but no home grow allowed and recreational use is illegal.
Missouri
Missouri legalized recreational use in 2022, allowing 3 ounces possession and 6 plants for home grow.
Montana
Montana legalized recreational cannabis in 2020, with 1 ounce possession and 4 plants allowed for home grow.
Nebraska
Nebraska recently legalized medical cannabis in 2024 via ballot, with implementation ongoing and no rec use allowed.
Nevada
Home to Las Vegas, Nevada legalized recreational cannabis in 2016, allowing 1 ounce possession with no home grow if near dispensaries.
New Hampshire
New Hampshire has legal medical cannabis since 2013 with no home grow or recreational use permitted.
New Jersey
The Garden State legalized recreational cannabis in 2020, allowing 6 ounces possession but no home grow.
New Mexico
New Mexico legalized recreational cannabis use in 2021, with 2 ounces possession and six plants for home grow allowed.
New York
NY legalized recreational cannabis in 2021, allowing 3 ounces possession and 6 plants for home grow. Learn more about New York cannabis here.
North Carolina
Cannabis is illegal for recreational and medical use, though low THC CBD is allowed. Possession is also decriminalized in some areas. Limited cannabis is for sale on tribal lands.
North Dakota
North Dakota has medical cannabis since 2016 with no home grow or recreational use.
Ohio
The Buckeye State legalized recreational cannabis in 2023, allowing 2.5 ounces for possession and 6 plants for home grow.
Oklahoma
The Sooner State has had medical cannabis since 2018 with no possession limits for patients and home grow allowed. Recreational use is illegal.
Oregon
The Beaver State legalized recreational use in 2014, with one ounce possession in public (8 at home) and 4 plants allowed for home grow.
Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania recently passed bill legalizing recreational cannabis only for purchase in state-run stores. Medical cannabis has been legal since 2016 with no home grow.
Rhode Island
Rhode Island legalized recreational cannabis in 2022, allowing 1 ounce possession and 3 plants for home grow.
South Carolina
South Carolina prohibits cannabis for recreational and medical use.
South Dakota
South Dakota passed medical cannabis in 2020 with no home grow. It's recreational voter approval was overturned.
Texas
The Lone Star State has no home grow, recreational cannabis is illegal, and only very low THC is allowed for medical use.
Utah
Utah legalized medical cannabis in 2018 with strict rules and no smoking. Recreational use is illegal.
Vermont
Vermont legalized recreational cannabis in 2018 (sales started in 2022), allowing one ounce possession and 2 plants for home grow.
Virginia
Virginia legalized recreational cannabis in 2021 (though sales are pending), allowing 1 ounce possession and 4 plants for home grow.
Washington
Washington legalized recreational cannabis in 2012, allow 1 ounce possession but no home grow.
West Virginia
West Virginia has medical cannabis since 2017, with sales starting in 2021, but no home grow allowed. Recreational use is illegal.
Wisconsin
The Badger State prohibits recreational cannabis and medical use is limited to CBD. However, cannabis is decriminalized in some cities.
Wyoming
Cannabis is illegal for all uses in Wyoming, with felony risks for possession.
FAQ
Has Florida legalized recreational cannabis?
No, recreational cannabis remains illegal in Florida. Amendment 3 (a ballot initiative in 2024) failed to pass. However, medical cannabis has been legal since 2016.
What are the possession limits for cannabis in Michigan?
In Michigan, adults can possess up to 2.5 ounces in public (10 ounces at home) and can grow up to 12 plants for personal use.
Which state was the first to legalize recreational cannabis?
Colorado legalized recreational cannabis in 2012 and was the first state to do so. Sales began in 2014, adults 21+ can possess up to 2 ounces, and home grow is allowed up to 6 plants per person (12 per household).
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