Cannabis is
100% LEGAL 100% LEGALin California
Recreational
- Legal to have
- Buy in store
- Grow at home
Medical
- Legal to have
- Buy in store
- Grow at home
Recreational
Is it legal for adults to possess cannabis in the state of California?
YES
“Adults 21 or older can possess and consume cannabis in California.” — cannabis.ca.gov
Is it legal for adults to buy cannabis in a store in the state of California?
YES
“Cannabis is legal in California. You can buy cannabis if you are 21 or older for adult use.” — cannabis.ca.gov
Is it legal for adults to grow cannabis in the state of California?
YES
“You can grow up to 6 cannabis plants at home if you’re at least 21 years old.” — cannabis.ca.gov
Is it legal to consume cannabis in parks, on sidewalks, or similar outdoor public spaces in the state of California?
NO
“You can use cannabis on private property, but not in public places like restaurants or bars.” — cannabis.ca.gov
Is it legal for public businesses such as cafes, bars, or conference centers to allow on-site cannabis consumption in the state of California?
NO
“You cannot use cannabis in public places like restaurants or bars.” — cannabis.ca.gov
Medical
Is it legal for medical marijuana patients to possess cannabis in the state of California?
YES
“Anyone 18 or older can use cannabis if they have a physician’s recommendation or a medical marijuana ID card.” — cannabis.ca.gov
Is it legal for medical marijuana patients to buy cannabis in a store in the state of California?
YES
“You can buy cannabis for medicinal use if you are 18 or older with a physician’s recommendation.” — cannabis.ca.gov
Is it legal for medical marijuana patients to grow cannabis in the state of California?
YES
“Medicinal users can grow more plants at home if their physician recommends it.” — cannabis.ca.gov
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