Marijuana has been legal for recreational use in Oregon for adults since 2014, and medical marijuana has been legal since 1998 for medical cardholders and caregivers.

State Laws and Offenses

Here’s a list of penalties for Oregon possession, sale, and distribution of marijuana, concentrate, or paraphernalia.

• Marijuana is a Schedule II substance in the state of Oregon
• Under federal law, cannabis is still considered a Schedule I Controlled Substance.
• An adult resident has personal possession limits of up to two ounces of legal cannabis. Possession of more could result in a Class B Misdemeanor.
• Retail sales of cannabis by state-licensed entities to those over the age of 21 are regulated in this state. Adults may purchase up to two ounces of marijuana per transaction from a licensed retailer.
• Manufacture of any amount of marijuana is a class C felony punishable by up to five years in prison and a fine of up to 1,250 USD, except for home gardens of four plants and licensed production sites, and medical marijuana grow sites.
• Delivery of one ounce or more minor of homegrown useable marijuana or cannabinoid extracts without compensation carries no fine or penalty.
• There is no fine or penalty for recreational users who cultivate up to four plants homegrown at home.
• Sale, delivery, possession with intent to sell or deliver, or manufacture with the intention to sell paraphernalia is subject to a civil penalty of up to 10,000 USD.

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Does Oregon accept out-of-state medical cards?

The Oregon Health Authority does not accept out-of-state medical cards, but adult medical marijuana patients or their primary caregivers can visit a legal dispensary to purchase cannabis with an ID.

When does my Oregon medical card expire?

Medical cards expire one year from the date the patient completes the registration process with the state.

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Oregon marijuana DUI laws

• It’s a state and federal offense to operate a motor vehicle while under the influence of alcohol, a cannabis product, or other controlled substances in Oregon. Oregon does not have a cannabis limit, meaning a cannabis-related DUI arrest and conviction do not rest solely on a blood test.
• Using cannabis while driving on public highways or public spaces is prohibited and up to the decretion of the law enforcement officer to determine individual public intoxication levels.
• The penalties are significant for intoxicated driving on any mind-altering substance in Oregon. They start at two days in jail and increase according to first, second, or third offenses. Penalties substantially increase if a minor is a passenger in the vehicle during the driver’s arrest and could result in the loss of one’s driving privileges.

Oregon marijuana growing laws

You must be 21 years or older and only growing marijuana plants four at a time on private property, out of sight from the public.

Oregon public consumption laws

Cannabis use is prohibited in a public place to which the general public has access.

This includes the following areas for cannabis consumers:

• Common areas in apartments and hotels
• Highways and streets
• Schools
• Parks and playgrounds
• Premises used for public passenger transportation
• Amusement parks
• Bars and restaurants
• Landlord-owned property

Oregon city specific laws

The laws listed here are for the state. Cities, counties, schools, universities, and employers may set their own rules and consequences. Be sure to check how marijuana laws differ in each county or town before you use.