Cannabis Laws in California
Fully Legal
Recreational
Legal
Medical
Legal
Minimum Age
21+
Rec. Possession Limit
1 oz / 28.5g flower; 8g concentrate
Med. Possession Limit
8 oz / 227g flower (with recommendation)
Where to Buy
Both
Home Growing
6 plants per residence
Public Consumption
Prohibited where tobacco smoking is banned; no consumption in public or within 1,000 ft of schools/daycares
Recent Changes
AB 1646 (2024) streamlined cannabis café licensing; ongoing local equity programs; interstate commerce pilot authorized under SB 1326
Official Resources
California Cannabis Regulatory AuthorityCannabis is legal in California!
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