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Colorado

Medical use:Legal
Recreational:Yes

Colorado was one of the first states to go rec in 2012, but they started by passing Ballot Amendment 20 in 2000, allowing for medical marijuana use. Adults with a valid I.D. over the age of 21 can purchase and possess up to 1 ounce of marijuana, 8 grams of marijuana concentrate, or marijuana products containing up to 800 milligrams of THC in a single transaction. Possession limits for weed purchased from licensed dispensaries are capped at 2 ounces, though. Additionally, adults are allowed to cultivate up to six marijuana plants at home, with a limit of three mature plants at a time.

Last Updated: March 27, 2024.

Source: States and territories legislation, NBC reports, NCSLMap data: Tlegrams/NPR Created with Datawrapper

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, plants must be grown in an enclosed, locked space, and must not be visible to the public. Home cultivation cannot interfere with local laws, which may impose stricter regulations or outright bans on growing cannabis.

Yes, consuming cannabis in public spaces, including parks, sidewalks, restaurants, or bars, is illegal. Cannabis use is only permitted in private residences or licensed cannabis lounges, where applicable.

Recreational users can purchase and possess up to 8 grams of concentrates and edibles containing up to 800 milligrams of THC in a single transaction. However, edibles must be clearly labeled, and servings are typically capped at 10 milligrams of THC per piece.

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