Is Weed Legal in Virginia?
Comprehensive legal status information for Weed in Virginia
Recreational and medical use legal in Virginia
Recreational Use
Adults 21 and older can legally purchase, possess, and use cannabis in virginia.
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
What Federal Marijuana Rescheduling Really Means for Richmond and Virginia
Federal marijuana rescheduling moves cannabis to Schedule III, easing research and medical access. In Virginia, however, legal cannabis sales remain stalled as lawmakers delay retail markets and ...
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Virginia eyes legal weed sales with new draft plan. Again.
State lawmakers got a preview of what a legal retail marijuana marketplace in Virginia could look like now that Democrats are set to be back in control of state government. Why it matters: Weed sales
Virginia Officials Publish Guidance On Marijuana Consumers’ Workplace Rights
As Virginia lawmakers prepare to resume efforts to legalize adult-use marijuana sales in next year’s legislative session, state officials have released guidance on a recently enacted law that provides
Virginia panel to unveil plan for legal cannabis retail market
A state-appointed panel in Virginia is preparing to unveil a long-awaited roadmap for a legal, regulated adult-use cannabis market, following months of hearings and testimony.
Policy History
Track the evolution of cannabis policies in Virginia over time.
Recreational and medical use legal in Virginia
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