Cannabis is

40% LEGAL 40% LEGAL

in North Dakota

Reviewed · Official info: hhs.nd.gov

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 North Dakota?

NO

“North Dakota's cannabis program is medical-only. State law has no protections for marijuana or marijuana products not purchased from an in-state registered dispensary.” — hhs.nd.gov

Is it legal for adults to buy cannabis in a store in the state of North Dakota?

NO

Is it legal for adults to grow cannabis in the state of North Dakota?

NO

Is it legal to consume cannabis in parks, on sidewalks, or similar outdoor public spaces in the state of North Dakota?

NO

Is it legal for public businesses such as cafes, bars, or conference centers to allow on-site cannabis consumption in the state of North Dakota?

NO

Medical

Is it legal for medical marijuana patients to possess cannabis in the state of North Dakota?

YES

“A registered patient with a North Dakota medical marijuana card may possess medical marijuana purchased from a registered dispensary.” — hhs.nd.gov

Is it legal for medical marijuana patients to buy cannabis in a store in the state of North Dakota?

YES

“an individual with a North Dakota medical marijuana card is only authorized to purchase and possess medical marijuana from one of the eight registered dispensaries in the state.” — hhs.nd.gov

Is it legal for medical marijuana patients to grow cannabis in the state of North Dakota?

NO

“Cardholders may possess only medical marijuana purchased from an in-state registered dispensary. State law has no protections for marijuana grown at home.” — hhs.nd.gov

Quotes are from the state's own .gov pages. How the score works is on the about page.