State Laws/New Hampshire
NHMedical Only Updated 2026-06

Cannabis Laws in New Hampshire

New Hampshire has a medical cannabis program that has been operational since 2013. Recreational legalization has been debated but not yet passed, though decriminalization of small amounts is in effect.

Recreational Possession

Not legal

Medical Program

Active

Home Cultivation

Not permitted

Employment Protection

Limited

Possession Limits

Medical Patients

2 oz

per 10 days

Home Cultivation

Home Cultivation Not Permitted

Medical Cannabis Program

Card Cost

$50/year

Renewal

Annual

Processing Time

30 days

Dispensaries

10+

Qualifying Conditions

CancerGlaucomaHIV/AIDSHepatitis CALSMuscular dystrophyCrohn's diseaseMultiple sclerosisChronic pancreatitisSpinal cord injuryTraumatic brain injuryParkinson's diseasePTSDLupusEhlers-Danlos syndromeSeizure disordersSevere pain
✗ Does not accept out-of-state medical cards

Employment Protections

Limited Protection

Limited protections for medical patients.

Some protections for registered patients, but employers may enforce drug-free workplace policies.

Driving Laws

DUI laws apply. Any impairment from cannabis while driving is illegal.

Recent Legislative Changes

2017: Decriminalization of small amounts enacted

2024: Recreational legalization bill passed House but stalled in Senate

Official State Resource

Always verify current laws with the official state cannabis authority.

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