Retail Marijuana in Albuquerque

What You Need To Know

• You must be 21 or older to possess marijuana.
• Driving under the influence is illegal.
• Consuming marijuana in a public place is illegal.

More Information

Adults 21 and older are allowed to possess up to 2 ounces of cannabis, or 16 grams of cannabis extract, or 800 milligrams of edible cannabis at once. Marijuana cannot be consumed in a public place, although the state will approve licenses for cannabis consumption areas to allow public consumption. Businesses can offer on-site consumption if they meet certain requirements. It is legal in New Mexico to purchase recreational cannabis.

Marijuana use is still illegal at the federal level. It is illegal to transport marijuana from one state to another, even if it is legal to possess in both states. 

For more information on the personal possession and use of cannabis products in New Mexico, view Section 26-2C-25 of the state regulation. 

For more on the business regulations in Albuquerque, visit the City of Albuquerque’s website.