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Nevada

Medical use:Legal
Recreational:Yes

It makes sense that Nevada would be one of the first states to allow for recreational weed. In 2016, they legalized it— but that doesn’t mean you’re allowed to walk through Vegas with a joint rolling. Consumption of marijuana is restricted to private homes, as it remains illegal to consume it in public, except for licensed businesses with established on-site consumption lounges. Adults 21 and over with a valid I.D. can purchase up to an ounce of marijuana or one-eighth of an ounce of edibles or concentrates. Residents can grow up to six plants per person, with a maximum of 12 plants per household. On the other hand, medical marijuana has been legal in Nevada since 2000, allowing patients to possess up to 2.5 ounces and grow 12 plants.

Last Updated: March 27, 2024.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

While transporting marijuana in your vehicle is legal, it's advisable to keep it in a sealed container away from the driver's reach, preferably in the trunk, to avoid any suspicion of driving under the influence.

Yes, Nevada recognizes out-of-state medical marijuana cards, allowing visitors to purchase from dispensaries. However, possession limits may differ from those for Nevada residents.

Nevada allows the sale of various cannabis products, including flower, edibles, concentrates, and topicals. However, there are potency limits for edibles, typically capped at 100mg THC per package.

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