Is Weed Legal in New Jersey?
Comprehensive legal status information for Weed in New Jersey
Recreational and medical use legal in New Jersey
Recreational Use
Adults 21 and older can legally purchase, possess, and use cannabis in new jersey.
Purchase Limits
Typically limited to 1 ounce (28 grams) per transaction for adults.
Where to Buy
Licensed dispensaries are available throughout the state/region.
Important Notes
- Public consumption may still be restricted
- Driving under the influence is illegal
- Federal law still classifies cannabis as illegal (US only)
- Cannot cross state/country borders with cannabis
Recent News
Latest updates from trusted news sources
Trump reclassifies marijuana at federal level. What it means for NJ
However, it could provide a financial benefit for both companies and consumers. The Dec. 18 order signed by Trump calls for the government to stop classifying marijuana as a Schedule I ...
Reschedule marijuana? Deschedule? Takeaways on Trump's cannabis news
President Donald Trump is expected to sign an executive order rescheduling marijuana as a Schedule III drug. How's it different from legalizing weed?
NJ asks legal weed customers for feedback on 'social equity' tax
New Jersey charges recreational cannabis customers a Social Equity Excise Fee when they make a purchase. Here’s where it goes.
Trump reclassifies marijuana, easing federal restrictions but stopping short of legalization
Cannabis moves from Schedule I to Schedule III under the executive order. The president said it 'doesn't legalize marijuana in any way, shape or form.' ...
New Jersey lawmakers introduce bill to protect cannabis industry workers
A bill moving through the New Jersey Legislature would close a major gap in labor protections for cannabis workers, placing them under the same safeguards against unfair labor practices enjoyed by ...
Policy History
Track the evolution of cannabis policies in New Jersey over time.
Recreational and medical use legal in New Jersey
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