Cannabis Laws by State
Plain-English answers to the legal questions Americans actually ask — flying, possession, arrests, landlords, and home growing.
Is Weed Legal in All 50 US States?
24 states + DC are fully recreational, 14 are medical-only, 12 remain illegal — the full 2026 breakdown.
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What States Allow Recreational Cannabis in 2026?
Every adult-use state, possession limits, sales tax, and where dispensaries are actually open.
See the 2026 list
Federal vs State Cannabis Laws Explained
How federal Schedule I and state legalization coexist — and where they collide for travelers and consumers.
Read the explainer
Can You Fly With Weed Inside the USA?
Federal law makes flying with cannabis illegal in every U.S. airport — even between two rec states.
Read the flying rules
What Happens If TSA Finds Weed in Your Bag?
Outcomes range from amnesty boxes to misdemeanor charges depending on the airport.
See the airport breakdown
How Much Weed Can You Legally Carry in Public?
Most rec states cap public possession at 1 oz, NY at 3 oz — flower, concentrate, and edible limits by state.
Check the limits
Can You Get Arrested for Weed in Legal States?
Even in fully rec states, DUI, public use, federal land, and over-the-limit can still get you arrested.
Avoid the triggers
Can Landlords Stop You From Using Legal Cannabis?
Yes — even in rec states, landlords can ban smoking, growing, and possession in leases.
Know your rights
Is Home Growing Legal in Every State?
Plant counts, indoor vs outdoor, and which rec states still ban personal cultivation.
See the grow map