Is cannabis legal in Washington?

Q: Is cannabis legal in Washington?

Cannabis in Washington is permitted. Recreational cannabis is legal in Washington for adults 21 and older (Initiative 502). It is regulated by the Washington State Liquor and Cannabis Board.

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Cannabis

Permitted: Recreational cannabis is legal in Washington for adults 21 and older (Initiative 502).

Permitted

Summary

Recreational cannabis is legal in Washington for adults 21 and older (Initiative 502). It is regulated by the Washington State Liquor and Cannabis Board.

Source: https://lcb.wa.gov/education/using_and_having_cannabis · Updated July 16, 2026

Washington Cannabis topics

Cannabis Legal Status in Washington →Permitted
Recreational cannabis is legal in Washington for adults 21 and older (Initiative 502).
Possession Limits in Washington →Permitted
In Washington, adults 21 and older may possess up to 1 ounce of usable cannabis, 16 ounces of solid infused product, 72 ounces of liquid infused product, and 7 grams of concentrate.
Home Cultivation in Washington →Restricted
Washington does not allow recreational home growing — only authorized medical patients and providers may grow, typically 6 plants and up to 15 if authorized.
Public Use in Washington →Permitted
Consuming cannabis in public view is not allowed in Washington: it is prohibited and subject to a fine.
Buying Cannabis in Washington →Permitted
Adults 21 and older may buy cannabis in Washington only at licensed retailers, subject to possession limits — 1 ounce of flower per transaction.

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