State Laws/Minnesota
MNFully Legal Updated 2026-06

Cannabis Laws in Minnesota

Minnesota legalized recreational cannabis in May 2023 (HF 100), with personal possession becoming legal August 1, 2023 and retail sales launching in early 2025. Minnesota has strong social equity provisions and a comprehensive regulatory framework.

Recreational Possession

2 oz flower

Medical Program

Active

Home Cultivation

8 plants (4 mature)

Employment Protection

Strong

Possession Limits

Medical Patients

30-day supply

as recommended by physician

Recreational (21+)

2 oz

flower

8g concentrate; 800mg edibles

Home Cultivation

Home Cultivation Permitted

Plant limit: 8 plants (4 mature)

Must be 21+, plants must be in a private space

Medical Cannabis Program

Card Cost

$200/year

Renewal

Annual

Processing Time

30 days

Dispensaries

20+

Qualifying Conditions

CancerGlaucomaHIV/AIDSTourette syndromeALSSeizuresSevere muscle spasmsCrohn's diseaseTerminal illnessIntractable painPTSDObstructive sleep apneaAutism spectrum disorderAlzheimer's diseaseSickle cell diseaseChronic pain
✗ Does not accept out-of-state medical cards

Recreational Program

Legalized

2023

Sales Started

2025

Age Requirement

21+

Purchase Limit

2 oz per transaction

Delivery

Allowed

Public Consumption

Prohibited.

Employment Protections

Strong Protection

Strong off-duty use protections.

Employers cannot discriminate against employees for off-duty cannabis use. Exceptions for safety-sensitive positions and federal contractors.

Driving Laws

DUI laws apply. No per se THC limit — impairment standard.

Recent Legislative Changes

2023: HF 100 signed May 30

2023: Personal possession legal August 1

2025: Retail sales launched

Official State Resource

Always verify current laws with the official state cannabis authority.

Visit official site