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New Mexico

Medical use:Legal
Recreational:Yes

Following the passage of a bill in April 2021, adults aged 21 and older in New Mexico are permitted to possess up to two ounces of cannabis. Additionally, residents are allowed to cultivate up to six cannabis plants per person up to 12 plants per household. New Mexico was also one of the first to adopt medical marijuana and has been offering it since 2007. Patients with a valid prescription can possess up to 6 ounces of usable cannabis and grow up to 16 plants, with specific maturity requirements.

Last Updated: March 27, 2024.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Cannabis advertising in New Mexico is subject to strict regulations to prevent targeting minors, including restrictions on content, location, and digital ads.

Cannabis producers in New Mexico must adhere to water-use regulations and energy-efficiency standards, addressing the state’s arid climate and limited resources.

Yes, dispensaries must comply with strict zoning laws, such as maintaining a minimum distance from schools, daycare centers, and certain residential areas.

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