North Dakota Cannabis Laws

Legal — Medical Only

North Dakota legalized medical marijuana in 2016 through Measure 5. Recreational legalization was rejected by voters in 2018 and again in 2022. Only registered patients can purchase from licensed dispensaries.

Last updated: January 15, 2026

Quick Facts

Minimum Age	19+ (medical only)
Purchase Limits (Rec)	N/A — Not legal
Purchase Limits (Med)	2.5 oz per 30 days
Delivery Allowed	No
Home Growing	Not allowed.
Public Consumption	Prohibited.
ID Requirements	North Dakota medical marijuana card, Government-issued photo ID
Tourist Rules	Only North Dakota registered patients may purchase. No out-of-state reciprocity.
Penalties	Possession of 0.5 oz or less is an infraction ($1,000 fine). 0.5 oz to 500g is a misdemeanor (up to 30 days, $1,500 fine). Over 500g is a felony.
Tax Info	Medical cannabis is subject to standard state sales tax (5%) and local taxes.

Medical Cannabis Program

Qualifying Conditions

Cancer, HIV/AIDS, hepatitis C, ALS, PTSD, Crohn's, fibromyalgia, Alzheimer's, epilepsy, chronic pain, and other conditions.

How to Get a Card

Patients must be certified by a North Dakota physician and register with the Department of Health and Human Services.

Cannabis in North Dakota

North Dakota voters approved medical marijuana in 2016, but twice rejected recreational legalization (2018 and 2022). The medical program has grown steadily, with dispensaries in Fargo, Bismarck, Grand Forks, Minot, and other locations.

Next steps: compare dispensaries in North Dakota, how to find a licensed dispensary, what to bring to a dispensary, and browse all state cannabis pages.

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Official License Lookup

Verify a dispensary's license on the official North Dakota website:

Visit North Dakota Cannabis Regulator