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Is Weed Legal in Minnesota?

Comprehensive legal status information for Weed in Minnesota

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2.6% unemployment

Recreational and medical use legal in Minnesota

Quick Facts
Recreational
legal
Medical
legal
Possession
Adults 21+ may possess up to 2 pounds (900 g) of marijuana flower (2 ounces/57 g in public spaces), 8 g of concentrate, and 800 mg of infused edibles in a private residence; home cultivation up to eight plants (four flowering); gifting within the legal limit allowed.
Buying/Selling
Legal in regulated adult-use retail outlets established by the Office of Cannabis Management; tribal nations may operate dispensaries under sovereignty; recreational sales outside tribal jurisdictions began on 2025-09-16.
Tourists
Same laws apply to tourists; no separate tourist-specific allowances described.

Detailed Information

Recreational Use

Adults 21 and older can legally purchase, possess, and use cannabis in minnesota.

Purchase Limits

Typically limited to 1 ounce (28 grams) per transaction for adults.

Where to Buy

Licensed dispensaries are available throughout the state/region.

Important Notes

  • Public consumption may still be restricted
  • Driving under the influence is illegal
  • Federal law still classifies cannabis as illegal (US only)
  • Cannot cross state/country borders with cannabis

Recent News

Latest updates from trusted news sources

www.house.mn.gov

House passes cannabis policy agreement, sends it to governor - Session Daily - Minnesota House of Representatives

Skip to main content Skip to office menu Skip to footer Minnesota Legislature Advanced Search Search Legislature Search Minnesota House of Representatives May 17, 2025 6:55 PM House passes cannabis po...

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Minnesota cannabis dispensaries struggle to stock shelves as supply chain lags behind
@wcco

Minnesota cannabis dispensaries struggle to stock shelves as supply chain lags behind

Several adult-use cannabis businesses have the greenlight from the state to operate but don't have the supply to stock their store shelves as Minnesota's budding industry gets off the ground.Minnesota...

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www.house.mn.gov

House passes amended cannabis policy bill, returns it to Senate - Session Daily - Minnesota House of Representatives

Skip to main content Skip to office menu Skip to footer Minnesota Legislature Advanced Search Search Legislature Search Minnesota House of Representatives May 5, 2025 4:54 PM House passes amended cann...

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Inside one of Minnesota’s largest legal marijuana harvests
Sahan Journal

Inside one of Minnesota’s largest legal marijuana harvests

This story comes to you from The Minnesota Star Tribune through a partnership with Sahan Journal. It’s just after 10 a.m. on a sunny and brisk fall morning in southeastern Minnesota’s farm country, a ...

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Push at the State Capitol to keep Minnesota's medical cannabis program viable
KSTP.com 5 Eyewitness News

Push at the State Capitol to keep Minnesota's medical cannabis program viable

Push at the State Capitol to keep Minnesota’s medical cannabis program viable Jay Kolls KSTP Concern over medical marijuana requirements There are 51,000 people registered in Minnesota’s medical marij...

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Policy History

Track the evolution of cannabis policies in Minnesota over time.

September 16, 2025
Regulation
Status changed to:
Rec: legal, Med: legal

Recreational cannabis sales begin outside tribal jurisdictions.

January 1, 2025
Current Status
Status changed to:
Legal

Recreational and medical use legal in Minnesota

January 1, 2025
Current Status
Status changed to:
Legal

Recreational and medical use legal in Minnesota

August 1, 2023
Legalization
Status changed to:
Rec: legal, Med: legal

Recreational use of cannabis becomes legal in Minnesota.

May 30, 2023
Legalization
Status changed to:
Rec: legal, Med: legal

Governor Walz signed HF100, legalizing recreational cannabis and establishing a framework for licensing, regulation, and taxation.

May 1, 2014
Medical Program
Status changed to:
Rec: illegal, Med: legal

Minnesota passed the Minnesota Medical Cannabis Act, creating a patient registry and restricted program for therapeutic use.

January 1, 1976
Decriminalization
Status changed to:
Rec: illegal, Med: illegal

Minnesota reduced penalties for cannabis possession, decriminalizing up to 42.5 grams (1+1/2 oz) to a petty misdemeanor.

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Disclaimer

This guide is for informational purposes only. We do not encourage or facilitate illegal activity. Laws and enforcement vary by location — always follow local regulations. Consult with local authorities or legal professionals for the most current and accurate information regarding Weed in Minnesota.

Last updated: February 1, 2026