Medical Cannabis in New Mexico

Program overview

New Mexico operates New Mexico Medical Cannabis Program, administered by NM Cannabis Control Division.

How New Mexico’s law developed

Lynn and Erin Compassionate Use Act signed 2007. Recreational legalized April 2021 via HB 2, retail sales began April 2022.

Official resource

NM Cannabis Control

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Questions people in New Mexico ask

Is marijuana legal in New Mexico?: Yes. New Mexico legalized recreational cannabis in April 2021 through the Cannabis Regulation Act (HB 2). Adults 21 and older may purchase and possess up to 2 ounces. Medical cannabis has been legal since 2007 through the Lynn and Erin Compassionate Use Act.