Recreational cannabis (weed) is legal in the following countries and U.S. jurisdictions as of 2025: Countries with nationwide recreational cannabis legalization:
- Canada
- Thailand
- Uruguay
U.S. states and territories where recreational cannabis is legal:
- Alaska
- Arizona
- California
- Colorado
- Connecticut
- Delaware
- Illinois
- Maine
- Maryland
- Massachusetts
- Michigan
- Minnesota
- Missouri
- Montana
- Nevada
- New Jersey
- New Mexico
- New York
- Ohio
- Oregon
- Rhode Island
- Vermont
- Virginia
- Washington
- Washington, D.C.
- Guam
- Northern Mariana Islands
- U.S. Virgin Islands
In total, recreational cannabis is legal in 24 U.S. states, three U.S. territories, and the District of Columbia
. Additional notes:
- Some states have legalized recreational use but may have limits on possession amounts, cultivation, or commercial sales.
- Many other states have legalized cannabis for medical use only or have decriminalized possession without full legalization.
- Recreational cannabis remains illegal in several states, including Idaho, Kansas, South Carolina, and Wyoming, where it is prohibited for both medical and recreational use
This overview reflects the legal landscape as of early 2025 and may evolve with new legislation.
