New Mexico legalized recreational cannabis in June 2021 (HB 2), with retail sales beginning June 26, 2021. New Mexico has a strong medical program and a rapidly growing recreational market.
2 oz flower
Active
6 mature, 12 immature plants
Moderate
Medical Patients
8 oz
per 90 days
Recreational (21+)
2 oz
flower
16g concentrate; 800mg edibles
Home Cultivation Permitted
Plant limit: 6 mature, 12 immature plants
Must be 21+
Card Cost
$30/year
Renewal
Annual
Processing Time
30 days
Dispensaries
100+
Legalized
2021
Sales Started
2021
Age Requirement
21+
Purchase Limit
2 oz per transaction
Delivery
Allowed
Public Consumption
Prohibited.
Some off-duty use protections.
Employers cannot discriminate against employees for off-duty cannabis use. Safety-sensitive positions are exempt.
DUI laws apply. No per se THC limit — impairment standard.
2021: Recreational sales launched June 26
2023: Social equity licensing expanded
Official State Resource
Always verify current laws with the official state cannabis authority.