New Hampshire Cannabis Laws
DecriminalizedNew Hampshire has decriminalized possession of small amounts of cannabis but has not legalized recreational or medical dispensary sales. A therapeutic cannabis program exists for seriously ill patients. Recreational legalization bills have repeatedly passed the House but stalled in the Senate.
Last updated: January 15, 2026
Quick Facts
| Minimum Age | 18+ (medical only) |
| Purchase Limits (Rec) | N/A — Not legal |
| Purchase Limits (Med) | 2 oz per 10-day period from alternative treatment centers |
| Delivery Allowed | No |
| Home Growing | Not allowed for any purpose. |
| Public Consumption | Illegal. Cannabis consumption in any form in a public place is not permitted. |
| ID Requirements | New Hampshire therapeutic cannabis card for medical purchases |
| Tourist Rules | Recreational cannabis is not legal. The state does not accept out-of-state medical cards. Only registered New Hampshire patients may purchase from alternative treatment centers. |
| Penalties | Possession of 3/4 oz or less is a violation ($100 fine for first offense, $300 for subsequent). Over 3/4 oz is a misdemeanor. Sale or cultivation is a felony. |
| Tax Info | Therapeutic cannabis: 0% (no additional taxes beyond standard). |
Medical Cannabis Program
Qualifying Conditions
Cancer, HIV/AIDS, hepatitis C, MS, ALS, Crohn's, epilepsy, chronic pain, spinal cord injury, traumatic brain injury, Parkinson's, and others.
How to Get a Card
Patients must be certified by a New Hampshire provider and register with the Department of Health and Human Services. There are 4 alternative treatment centers in the state.
Cannabis in New Hampshire
New Hampshire occupies a unique position: surrounded by states with legal recreational cannabis (Maine, Vermont, Massachusetts), it has decriminalized small-amount possession but has not legalized recreational sales or established a traditional medical dispensary system. The state has a limited "therapeutic cannabis" program with just 4 alternative treatment centers.
Multiple legalization bills have passed the New Hampshire House but have repeatedly failed in the Senate. The state remains one of the few in New England without a legal recreational market.
Next steps: compare dispensaries in New Hampshire, how to find a licensed dispensary, what to bring to a dispensary, and browse all state cannabis pages.
Official License Lookup
Verify a dispensary's license on the official New Hampshire website:
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Disclaimer: Cannabis laws change frequently. This information was last updated on January 15, 2026. Always verify current laws with official state sources. This guide is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice.