Cannabis Is Legal in Oregon
Measure 91 passed November 2014 with 56% of the vote. Recreational sales began October 2015.
Oregon Cannabis Quick Facts
| Status | Recreational & Medical |
| Recreational | Legal |
| Medical | Legal |
| Decriminalized | Yes |
| Possession Limit | 1 oz in public, 8 oz at home; home cultivation: 4 plants per household |
| Medical Conditions | Cancer, glaucoma, HIV/AIDS, PTSD, chronic pain, degenerative neurological conditions, and others |
| Regulatory Agency | Oregon Liquor & Cannabis Commission (OLCC) |
Penalties & Enforcement
Over 1 oz in public: violation. Over 8 oz at home: Class B felony.
Even in states with legal cannabis, violations of possession limits, public consumption rules, and driving under the influence carry penalties. Driving while impaired is illegal in every state and can result in DUI charges.
What You Need to Know
Mature market with some of the lowest prices in the US. 17% state tax on recreational. Measure 110 (2020) decriminalized possession of all drugs but was repealed in 2024. Known for outdoor cultivation.
Nearby States with Legal Cannabis
Oregon borders or is near states with legal recreational cannabis. Remember: transporting cannabis across state lines is a federal crime, even between two legal states.
- Washington — Recreational & Medical
- California — Recreational & Medical
- Nevada — Recreational & Medical
Learn More
- How to Get a Medical Cannabis Card — state-by-state application guide
- 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