MICHIGAN · CANNABIS
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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