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Cannabis

Cannabis laws in Michigan (1970)

Permitted
Summary

Recreational use legal for adults 21+. Possession limits apply.

Notable

Recreational cannabis is legal for adults 21+ in Michigan with one of the highest possession limits (2.5 oz personal, 10 oz at home). Public consumption is illegal but enforcement is generally relaxed outside of vehicles.

Penalties

Cannabis is permitted in Michigan — but the limits and penalties still bite. See exactly what crosses the line.

Exceptions & nuances

Even where cannabis is permitted in Michigan, location, conduct, and possession rules still apply. See the exceptions that matter.

Statute

Read the exact Michigan statute covering cannabis — the citation when you want to verify the source.

Last updated: May 28, 2026
Source: Michigan Regulation and Taxation of Marihuana Act (MRTMA) 2018 · michigan.gov/cra
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