STATE CANNABIS GUIDE
Cannabis Laws in Colorado
Is weed legal in Colorado? Possession limits, home grow rules, medical program and dispensary info.
STATE CANNABIS GUIDE
Is weed legal in Colorado? Possession limits, home grow rules, medical program and dispensary info.
Cannabis is currently recreational in Colorado (CO). First state to legalize recreational cannabis in 2012.
Adults in Colorado may possess up to 1 oz in public of cannabis.
| Category | Limit / Rule |
|---|---|
| Public Possession | 1 oz in public |
| Home Growing | 6 plants (3 flowering) |
| Medical Program | Active |
| Dispensaries | ~650 licensed dispensaries |
Colorado was the first US state to open recreational cannabis dispensaries in January 2014 following the passage of Amendment 64 in 2012. The Marijuana Enforcement Division regulates commercial cannabis. Adults may possess 1 ounce publicly and grow 6 plants at home. On-site consumption is prohibited in most venues, though licensed hospitality businesses are permitted in some localities.
Despite recreational legality in Colorado, cannabis remains federally illegal. Employers can — and many do — still require drug tests.
The most common pre-employment test in Colorado is the urine test, which can detect THC metabolites for up to 30 days in regular users. See: How long does THC stay in urine?
