Legality of cannabis by U.S. jurisdiction - Wikipedia
WEBIn the United States, cannabis is legal in 38 of 50 states for medical use and 24 states for recreational use. At the federal level, cannabis is classified as a Schedule I drug under the Controlled Substances Act, determined to have a high potential for abuse and no accepted medical use, prohibiting its use for any purpose. [1]
Where cannabis is legal in the United States - The Cannigma
WEBA total of 41 states, as well the District of Columbia and Puerto Rico, have medical marijuana programs and 23 of those have decriminalized cannabis or have full adult-use programs. The following is a comprehensive and updated list of the legality of cannabis and cannabis products in the USA, updated November 2022.
Cannabis in the United States - Wikipedia
WEBSince the Controlled Substances Act of 1970 classified marijuana as a Schedule I drug, until the passage of the 2018 United States farm bill, under federal law it was illegal to possess, use, buy, sell, or cultivate cannabis in all U.S. jurisdictions. As a Schedule I substance, the highest restriction of five different schedules of controlled ...
MARIJUANA LEGALITY BY STATE - Updated September 2, 2024
WEBAre you wondering what the marijuana laws are in your state? This marijuana legalization map clearly defines the laws in each state and remains up-to-date with the latest changes on a monthly basis.
More US states are regulating marijuana. See where it’s legal …
WEBApr 19, 2024 · CNN — Marijuana may remain illegal federally, but in most states, it’s accessible for adult medical or recreational use. In November 2023, voters in Ohio made it the 24th state to approve...
Cannabis Facts and Stats | Cannabis and Public Health | CDC
WEBCannabis is the most commonly used federally illegal drug in the United States; 52.5 million people, or about 19% of Americans, used it at least once in 2021. 1 Recent research estimated that approximately 3 in 10 people who use …
Is marijuana legal in the US? A shift in marijuana rules is ... - USA TODAY
WEBMay 1, 2024 · Is recreational marijuana legal in the US? According to the federal government — no. That doesn't change with this planned classification shift. Some states, however, disagree with the federal...
Most Americans live in a legal marijuana state, have a cannabis ...
WEBFeb 29, 2024 · Marijuana is illegal under federal law, but most Americans now live in a state that has legalized the drug. And most also have at least one cannabis dispensary in their county, according to a new Pew Research Center analysis.
Where Is Cannabis Legal? A Guide To All 50 States - Forbes
WEBJan 4, 2024 · Currently, 24 states and Washington, D.C., have legalized recreational use for adults 21 years and older, while 38 states have legal medical marijuana programs.
9 facts about Americans and marijuana | Pew Research Center
WEBApr 10, 2024 · There are nearly 15,000 marijuana dispensaries nationwide, and 76% are in states (including D.C.) where recreational use is legal. Another 23% are in medical marijuana-only states, and 1% are in states that have made legal allowances for low-percentage THC or CBD-only products.