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Cannabis Laws in Maine

Is weed legal in Maine? Yes — recreational and medical cannabis are both legal here for adults 21+.

Adult-use cannabis is fully legal in Maine, with regulated retail stores operating statewide. Adults 21+ can possess up to 2.5 ounces and grow up to 6 mature plants at home, kept out of public view. A medical program has operated since 1999.

Federally, cannabis is still a controlled substance nationwide — but that status is in flux. See where rescheduling stands →

StatusRecreational & medical legal
Recreational since2016
Medical since1999
Retail salesOpen
PossessionUp to 2.5 oz of cannabis (incl. up to 5g concentrate)
Home growingUp to 6 mature plants, 12 immature, unlimited seedlings per adult
Minimum age21+

Regulated by Maine Office of Cannabis Policy.

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Last reviewed 2026-06-19. This is general information for adults 21+, not legal advice — cannabis laws change frequently. Confirm current rules with Maine Office of Cannabis Policy before acting.

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