How's Pot Doing in New York?
Cannabis is 100% Legal in New York
Last reviewed: January 13, 2026
Is it legal for adults to possess cannabis in the state of New York?
YES
"Cannabis is legal in New York State for adults 21+" - cannabis.ny.gov
Is it legal for adults to buy cannabis in a store in the state of New York?
YES
"It's illegal for anyone under the age of 21 to buy, possess, or consumes use adult-use cannabis in New York. Just like alcohol and tobacco. A listing of all legal dispensaries in New York State officially licensed by the Office of Cannabis Management." - cannabis.ny.gov
Is it legal for adults to grow cannabis in the state of New York?
YES
"New Yorkers 21 years and older can grow up to six plants in their home for personal use (3 mature plants and 3 immature plants) and a maximum of twelve plants per household (6 mature plants and 6 immature plants), even if there are three or more adults 21 and over in the residence." - cannabis.ny.gov
Is it legal for medical marijuana patients to possess cannabis in the state of New York?
YES
"Registered organizations may dispense up to a 60-day supply of medical cannabis to a certified patient or designated caregiver, pursuant to any recommendations or limitations made by the health care provider on the certification." - cannabis.ny.gov
Is it legal for medical marijuana patients to buy cannabis in a store in the state of New York?
YES
"The patient’s certification will contain a registry ID and can be used immediately in conjunction with a government issued photo ID to buy medical cannabis from a licensed medical dispensary in New York State." - cannabis.ny.gov
Is it legal for medical marijuana patients to grow cannabis in the state of New York?
YES
"Certified patients and designated caregivers 21 years of age or older who are registered with the Medical Cannabis Program may cultivate cannabis at home for the patient’s personal use. Each certified patient or designated caregiver may cultivate up to three mature and three immature cannabis plants at any one time, with a maximum of six mature and six immature plants per private residence, regardless of the number of patients or caregivers residing there." - cannabis.ny.gov