Is Marijuana Legal in Maine
Is marijuana legal in Maine?
Maine is one of nine states that have legalized marijuana. Here’s some more details.
Maine voters legalized marijuana
In 2016 Maine voters passed Question 1, legalizing marijuana for everyone 21 and older. 50.26% voted in favor.
Portions of the law took effect on January 30, 2017, allowing for the possession of up to 2.5 ounces of marijuana.
Is growing marijuana legal in Maine?
It is legal in Maine for anyone 21+ to grow marijuana for personal use. They may grow up to six plants at a private residence. As with the provision of the initiative allowing marijuana possession, this took effect on January 30, 2017.
Are marijuana stores legal in Maine?
Question 1 authorizes marijuana retail outlets. However, the state’s legal marijuana system isn’t expected to be up and running until spring or summer of next year. Once up and running, the state will have a system of licensed and regulated marijuana retail outlets.
Is marijuana legal for minors in Maine?
Question 1 legalized marijuana for everyone 21 and older. However, it did not legalize marijuana for those under 21. Possessing, growing or buying marijuana remains illegal for minors as well as those 18 to 20. The penalties remain the same as they were prior to Prop 1’s passage.
Is it legal to smoke marijuana in public in Maine?
Smoking marijuana in public remains illegal in Maine. Those caught smoking marijuana in public as well as holding marijuana in the open, can be given a civil infraction (ticket). The ticket is a maximum of $100.
What other states have legalized marijuana?
Eight other states besides Maine have legalized marijuana for all uses. These are:
- Colorado
- Washington
- Alaska
- Oregon
- California
- Massachusetts
- Nevada
- Vermont
Of these states, including Maine, only Vermont legalized marijuana through the legislature. They are also the only state to not allow marijuana stores.
Washington is the only state that doesn’t allow marijuana to be grown for personal use.