Cannabis is
100% LEGAL 100% LEGALin New Mexico
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 New Mexico?
YES
“you must be 21 years or older to possess and consume cannabis in New Mexico unless you’re enrolled in the medical program and carry a qualified patient card.” — rld.nm.gov
Is it legal for adults to buy cannabis in a store in the state of New Mexico?
YES
“Consumers are eligible to buy up to the following at one time: 2 ounces of cannabis” — rld.nm.gov
Is it legal for adults to grow cannabis in the state of New Mexico?
YES
“A single adult, 21 years of age or older, can grow up to 12 plants at their private residence, but no more than six (6) plants can be mature, flowering plants.” — rld.nm.gov
Is it legal to consume cannabis in parks, on sidewalks, or similar outdoor public spaces in the state of New Mexico?
NO
“It is illegal to use cannabis or cannabis products while driving or while in public spaces (restaurants, parks, public sidewalks, etc.).” — rld.nm.gov
Is it legal for public businesses such as cafes, bars, or conference centers to allow on-site cannabis consumption in the state of New Mexico?
YES
“All cannabis consumption (smoking, vaping, eating, etc.) must be done either in your private residence or at a licensed consumption lounge.” — rld.nm.gov
Medical
Is it legal for medical marijuana patients to possess cannabis in the state of New Mexico?
YES
“Medical cannabis patients are eligible to buy up to the following in any ninety (90) day period with no tax: Up to 15 ounces (425 units) of cannabis” — rld.nm.gov
Is it legal for medical marijuana patients to buy cannabis in a store in the state of New Mexico?
YES
“A medical cannabis sale is a transaction to a medical cannabis patient who possesses a valid qualified patient, primary caregiver, or reciprocal participant registry identification card.” — rld.nm.gov
Is it legal for medical marijuana patients to grow cannabis in the state of New Mexico?
YES
“A single adult, 21 years of age or older, can grow up to 12 plants at their private residence, but no more than six (6) plants can be mature, flowering plants.” — rld.nm.gov
Quotes are from the state's own .gov pages. How the score works is on the about page.