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New York: Everything You Need to Know
New York Laws
New York’s medical program was established under the Compassionate Care Act in 2016 and recreational cannabis was legalized through the Marijuana Regulation and Taxation Act (MRTA) in 2021. Both programs are regulated by the Office of Cannabis Management and Cannabis Control Board, with medical patients accessing cannabis through registered organizations and adults purchasing from licensed dispensaries.
- Patients must be New York residents with valid medical cannabis cards issued by the state.
- Recreational marijuana use is legal for adults 21 and older in New York.
- Home cultivation of cannabis allowed for medical patients and recreational users.
- Medical program allows up to 5 designated caregivers per patient.
- Medical patients receive 60-day supply of marijuana as determined by their practitioner.
- New York medical cannabis cards expire based on practitioner certification dates, with simple renewal if practitioner extends certification before expiry.
- Out-of-state visitors can purchase recreational cannabis but cannot access the medical program.
- Only licensed dispensaries with official state decals can legally sell cannabis.
New York Reform Timeline
2014 – Medical Program Established
- New York launched the Compassionate Care Act legalizing medical cannabis with limited qualifying conditions and restricted product forms for certified patients.
2021 – Adult-Use Legalization
- Governor Cuomo signed the Marijuana Regulation and Taxation Act (MRTA) legalizing recreational cannabis and expanding the medical program significantly.
2021-2022 – Program Implementation
- Office of Cannabis Management and Cannabis Control Board established to oversee both medical and adult-use programs with social equity focus and community reinvestment.
2022 – First Adult-Use Licenses
- State approved first Conditional Adult-Use Retail Dispensary (CAURD) licenses, Adult-Use Conditional Cultivator licenses, and Adult-Use Conditional Processor licenses.
2025 – Current Status
- New York’s medical and adult-use marijuana programs are operational with licensed dispensaries statewide
New York Possession Limits
New York law establishes different marijuana possession limits for medical patients and adult-use consumers.
- Adults may possess up to 3 ounces of flower and 24 grams of concentrate outside their homes, with up to 5 pounds storage at home.
- Medical patients may possess up to a 60-day supply as determined by their practitioner.
- Medical patients and recreational users can grow up to 3 mature and 3 immature plants per individual, with a maximum of 12 plants (six mature and six immature) per household.
- All home cultivation of cannabis must be secured and inaccessible to minors.
- Purchases require valid New York medical marijuana card for medical patients or government ID for recreational consumers.
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FAQs
How can I get a medical marijuana card in New York?
New York offers automatic registration for medical marijuana cards once your physician submits your certification. You'll receive an official certificate via email with a unique registry ID number.
What medical conditions qualify for an MMJ card in New York?
New York has an expanded list including cancer, HIV/AIDS, ALS, Parkinson's, epilepsy, PTSD, chronic pain, autism, substance use disorder, and any other condition your practitioner determines would benefit from medical cannabis.
Can I smoke medical cannabis in New York?
Yes, smoking medical cannabis is now legal in New York. The state previously prohibited smoking but expanded access under the MRTA to include all product forms including flower and smoking products.
How much cannabis can I possess as a medical patient in New York?
Medical patients can possess up to a 60-day of marijuana supply as determined by their certifying practitioner, which is double the previous 30-day limit under the expanded program.
Am I allowed to grow medical cannabis at home in New York?
Yes, medical patients, 21 and older can cultivate up to 6 cannabis plants at home for personal medical use. A single private residence can have a maximum of 12 plants (six mature and six immature) regardless of how many individuals reside there.
When does my New York medical marijuana card expires?
Your New York marijuana card expires when your practitioner's certification expires. If your practitioner extends your certification before it expires, no new registration or card is needed. If expired, you need a new certification and must re-register online.
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