Cannabis Is Illegal in Nebraska
Cannabis is illegal but first-offense possession of 1 oz or less has been decriminalized since 1978. Medical legalization ballot measures have been attempted.
Nebraska Cannabis Quick Facts
| Status | Decriminalized, No Medical |
| Recreational | Not Legal |
| Medical | Not Available |
| Decriminalized | Yes |
| Possession Limit | None — cannabis possession is illegal (but small amounts decriminalized) |
| Regulatory Agency | Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services |
Penalties & Enforcement
First offense under 1 oz: infraction, $300 fine. Second offense: misdemeanor, up to 5 days and $500 fine. Over 1 oz: misdemeanor, up to 3 months.
Cannabis possession carries criminal penalties in Nebraska. If you are traveling from a legal state, you must consume or dispose of all cannabis products before entering Nebraska. Interstate transport is a federal crime.
What You Need to Know
First-offense possession under 1 oz: infraction, $300 fine and drug education (no jail). A 2020 medical cannabis initiative gathered enough signatures but was struck from the ballot on a technicality.
Nearby States with Legal Cannabis
Nebraska borders or is near states with legal recreational cannabis. Remember: transporting cannabis across state lines is a federal crime, even between two legal states.
- Colorado — Recreational & Medical
Learn More
- Understanding State Cannabis Laws — how state and federal laws interact
- What to Expect at a Dispensary — first visit guide
- Dosing Fundamentals — start low, go slow
- Drug Interactions — check before combining cannabis with medications
- Driving & Impairment — DUI laws apply in every state
For support with quitting or cutting back on cannabis, visit our companion site CannabisDependence.org