Is cannabis legal in Ohio?

Q: Is cannabis legal in Ohio?

Cannabis in Ohio is permitted. Recreational cannabis is legal in Ohio for adults 21 and older (Issue 2, effective December 2023; retail sales began August 2024). SB 56 amendments took effect March 20, 2026, and a medical program also operates.

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Cannabis

Permitted: Recreational cannabis is legal in Ohio for adults 21 and older (Issue 2, effective December 2023; retail sales began August 2024).

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Summary

Recreational cannabis is legal in Ohio for adults 21 and older (Issue 2, effective December 2023; retail sales began August 2024). SB 56 amendments took effect March 20, 2026, and a medical program also operates.

Source: https://com.ohio.gov/divisions-and-programs/cannabis-control/licensee-resources/what-we-do/Ohio-Cannabis-FAQ · Updated July 13, 2026

Ohio Cannabis topics

Cannabis Legal Status in Ohio →Permitted
Recreational cannabis is legal in Ohio for adults 21 and older (Issue 2, effective December 2023; retail sales began August 2024).
Possession Limits in Ohio →Permitted
In Ohio, adults 21 and older may possess up to 2.5 ounces of cannabis in plant form and up to 15 grams of extract.
Home Cultivation in Ohio →Permitted
Ohio allows home cultivation for adults 21 and older: up to 6 plants per adult and no more than 12 per household, kept secured, enclosed, and not publicly visible.
Public Use in Ohio →Permitted
Using cannabis in public is not allowed in Ohio — consumption is restricted to private property, and the owner may restrict it further.
Buying Cannabis in Ohio →Permitted
Adults 21 and older may buy cannabis in Ohio from licensed dispensaries, up to 2.5 ounces of flower and 15 grams of extract per day.

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