Recreational
Virginia
1 oz in public (state law raises this to 2 oz when retail sales begin)
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Vermont
RecreationalLegal Status
Recreational
Possession Limit
1 oz in public; up to 2 oz at home
Minimum Age
21+
Dispensaries
Open
Overview
Vermont legalized adult-use possession and home grow in 2018, and licensed retail sales began in October 2022 under the Cannabis Control Board. Adults 21+ may possess up to one ounce of flower and five grams of hash, and may grow up to two mature and four immature plants per household. Towns must opt in before retail stores can open. Vermont also has a medical program regulated by the same board.
Last reviewed October 2026. General information, not legal advice.
What's Legal
Public consumption is prohibited; consumption on private property is permitted.
Possession Limits
1 oz in public; up to 2 oz at home
Home Growing
Up to 6 plants per household (2 mature)
Penalties
Adult-use cannabis is legal in Vermont. Consuming in prohibited public spaces or exceeding possession limits may still result in a civil fine.
Driving and Cannabis
Driving while impaired by cannabis is illegal in Vermont, as it is in every state, whether or not the cannabis was obtained legally. Officers may rely on field sobriety tests, drug recognition evaluations, and blood tests, and some states set specific THC limits or zero-tolerance rules. Consuming cannabis in a vehicle and carrying open or unsealed packages where the driver can reach them are commonly prohibited. If you have used cannabis, the safest choice is not to drive.
Crossing State Lines and Federal Law
Taking marijuana across state lines is illegal under federal law, even between two states where cannabis is legal, and it may also violate the law of the state you enter. Marijuana is also prohibited on federal land, in national parks, and at airports under TSA jurisdiction. In 2026 the federal government moved FDA-approved products and state-licensed medical marijuana to Schedule III, but adult-use marijuana remains a Schedule I substance, and rescheduling does not legalize interstate transport. Separate federal changes to the legal definition of hemp take effect in late 2026 and will restrict many intoxicating hemp-derived THC products.
Vermont Cannabis FAQ
Is cannabis legal in Vermont?
Yes. Adult-use (recreational) cannabis is legal in Vermont for adults 21 and older. Possession limit: 1 oz in public; up to 2 oz at home.
Can you grow cannabis at home in Vermont?
Up to 6 plants per household (2 mature).
How old do you have to be to buy cannabis in Vermont?
The minimum age for adult-use purchases in Vermont is 21.
Are dispensaries open in Vermont?
Yes. Licensed dispensaries are operating in Vermont.
Can you use cannabis in public in Vermont?
Public consumption is prohibited; consumption on private property is permitted.
Compare Vermont with every other state in our cannabis laws comparison table.
Official Resource
Cannabis laws change often, and limits, penalties, and program rules can differ from what is summarized here. This page is general information, not legal advice. Before you rely on any detail, check the official state source below or consult a licensed attorney in Vermont.
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