Arizona Cannabis Laws for Adults: Possession and Key Limits
This is a brief Arizona state-law summary checked against the statutes on September 24, 2026. Local restrictions may also apply.
Possession basics
A.R.S. §36-2852 allows an adult 21 or older to possess up to one ounce of marijuana, with no more than five grams in concentrate, subject to the statute's conditions.
Home cultivation
An adult may grow up to six plants at their primary residence. A residence with two or more adults may have up to 12 plants. The plants must be in an enclosed area with a lock or security device that prevents access by minors, and they must not be visible from public view without binoculars, aircraft, or other optical aids.
Activities that remain restricted
Arizona law does not allow driving, flying, or boating while impaired even to the slightest degree. It prohibits smoking marijuana in a public place or open space. It also prohibits consuming marijuana or marijuana products while driving, operating, or riding in the passenger seat or compartment of an operating motor vehicle, boat, vessel, aircraft, or another vehicle used for transportation. Employers and property owners may restrict conduct on their property.
Scope and official sources
This page summarizes selected Arizona statutes, not federal law, local ordinances, or every legal issue. It does not authorize use on federal property or transport across state or international borders.
- A.R.S. §36-2852: possession and personal use
- A.R.S. §36-2851: driving, employers, property, public smoking
Quick FAQ
Does Arizona law permit impaired operation of a boat or aircraft?
No. The statute prohibits driving, flying, or boating while impaired, even to the slightest degree.
This educational summary is not individual legal advice. Check current statutes and local rules before acting.
For related context, see Arizona medical-card context.