Maryland: Cannabis Laws (State Overview)
Last updated: June 18, 2026
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Snapshot
- Adult-use & medical: Maryland has adult-use and medical frameworks. Program details--including licensing, retail operations, possession/limits, and home cultivation--should be confirmed on the Maryland Cannabis Administration (MCA) portal.
- Federal context: Under U.S. federal law, cannabis remains Schedule I. Do not transport cannabis across state or international borders or onto federal property. See United States: Federal & State Overview.
Compliance Basics (Verify Details on Official Links)
- Official guidance & updates: See the MCA portal for current rules, consumer guidance, and licensee information.
- Medical program: Maryland maintains patient and caregiver guidance; verify enrollment and product rules on the state portal.
- Impaired driving: Do not drive under the influence. Review Maryland impaired-driving laws and safety guidance before operating a vehicle.
Travel & Borders
- No interstate/international transport. Prohibited regardless of state legality.
- Federal property: Prohibited regardless of state rules.
Keep Current
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Official Maryland & State Resources
- Maryland Cannabis Administration (MCA): https://cannabis.maryland.gov/
- Maryland General Assembly - Laws & Bills: https://mgaleg.maryland.gov/
- Maryland Highway Safety (Impaired Driving resources): https://zerodeathsmd.gov/ (state safety portal)