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Is marijuanas legalized in MN
Marijuana is legal in Minnesota for both recreational and medical use. The legalization of adult-use cannabis took effect on August 1, 2023, making Minnesota the 23rd U.S. state to legalize it.
Recreational Cannabis: Key Provisions
Who Can Use
- Adults 21 years or older
Possession Limits
- In public: Up to 2 ounces of cannabis flower
- At home: Two pounds or more of cannabis flowers
- Concentrates: Up to 8 grams
- Edibles: Up to 800 mg THC
Home Cultivation
- Allowed to grow up to 8 cannabis plants
- 4 plants can be flowering at a time
- It needs to be grown in a safe, confined space.
Retail Sales and Licensing
Current Status
- Retail cannabis sales are not yet available as of May 2025
- The Office of Cannabis Management (OCM) is overseeing the rollout
Licensing Timeline
- Application period: February – March 2025
- License types include:
- Cultivator
- Manufacturer
- Retailer
- Wholesaler
- Transporter
- Testing facility
- Delivery service
Retail Launch
- Licenses expected by mid-2025
- Sales likely to begin later in 2025, after setup and cultivation
Tribal Nations and Cannabis
- Tribes have autonomy to operate cannabis businesses
- Some tribal nations, like the Red Lake Nation, began retail sales in 2023
- Tribal programs may differ from state-regulated ones
Social Equity Focus
- Licensing prioritizes applicants from communities disproportionately affected by cannabis prohibition
- Grants and loans are available to support social equity businesses
- Aim: Encourage inclusive participation in the legal cannabis market
Summary
Cannabis is now legal in Minnesota for adult use, with possession and home cultivation allowed since August 2023. Retail dispensaries are expected to open later in 2025, following the licensing process. The state is emphasizing social equity and allowing tribal self-regulation, creating a diverse and inclusive cannabis industry framework.
