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Massachusetts Public Cannabis Use (2026)

Permitted: Using cannabis in public is prohibited in Massachusetts and can bring a ticket of up to $100; it is allowed on private property with permission.

PermittedVerified May 31, 2026

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Using cannabis in public is prohibited in Massachusetts and can bring a ticket of up to $100; it is allowed on private property with permission. Social-consumption licenses were finalized in December 2025 but require local opt-in.

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