How's Pot Doing in Minnesota?
Cannabis is 100% Legal in Minnesota
Last reviewed: January 21, 2026
Is it legal for adults to possess cannabis in the state of Minnesota?
YES
"An individual 21 years of age or older may: (2) possess or transport two ounces or less of adult-use cannabis flower in a public place; (3) possess two pounds or less of adult-use cannabis flower in the individual's private residence; (4) possess or transport eight grams or less of adult-use cannabis concentrate; (5) possess or transport edible cannabis products or lower-potency hemp edibles infused with a combined total of 800 milligrams or less of tetrahydrocannabinol." - revisor.mn.gov
Is it legal for adults to buy cannabis in a store in the state of Minnesota?
YES
"Retail sales for adult-use cannabis in Minnesota began in 2025. A limited number of legal recreational cannabis dispensaries are currently open in several areas across the state. More cannabis businesses will be opening in the coming months." - mn.gov
Is it legal for adults to grow cannabis in the state of Minnesota?
YES
"Up to eight cannabis plants, with no more than four being mature, flowering plants may be grown at a single residence, including the curtilage or yard, without a license to cultivate cannabis issued under this chapter provided that cultivation takes place at the primary residence of an individual 21 years of age or older and in an enclosed, locked space that is not open to public view." - revisor.mn.gov
Is it legal for medical marijuana patients to possess cannabis in the state of Minnesota?
YES
""Registered patients, caregivers, and parents/legal guardians acting in compliance with the registry program are immune from criminal and civil penalties for possession and use of medical cannabis within program limits."" - health.state.mn.us
Is it legal for medical marijuana patients to buy cannabis in a store in the state of Minnesota?
YES
"Registered patients may obtain medical cannabis from any Minnesota medical cannabis dispensary." - mn.gov
Is it legal for medical marijuana patients to grow cannabis in the state of Minnesota?
YES
""Up to eight cannabis plants, with no more than four being mature, flowering plants may be grown at a single residence, including the curtilage or yard, without a license to cultivate cannabis issued under this chapter provided that cultivation takes place at the primary residence of an individual 21 years of age or older and in an enclosed, locked space that is not open to public view."" - revisor.mn.gov