Colorado Law Center
Green Guide Colorado
Colorado at a glance
- Program
- Medical + adult use
- Legal allotment
- 2 oz possession · 6 plants
- Qualifying conditions
- 12 listed conditions
- Out-of-state cards
- Not accepted
The figures above are re-checked against Colorado's official program sources every month.
Official ProgramColorado's Medical Marijuana Registry is administered by the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE) under Amendment 20 (2000). Patients with a debilitating medical condition may obtain a physician certification and apply for a registry card. Colorado also permits adult-use cannabis. Registered patients may possess up to 2 ounces of cannabis and cultivate up to 6 plants.
Laws of Colorado
Every law and official source for Colorado, each linked to the page that publishes it.
Official Colorado cannabis law & rulesLicensed places in Colorado
702 licensed places are on record in {name} — licensed shops, consumption lounges, cannabis clubs and cannabis-friendly venues.
- FLAVORS — Colorado Springs
- THE HERB SHOPPE — Colorado Springs
- GREEN MEADOWS DISPENSRY LLC — Delta
Key Rules
Possession
Registered patients may possess up to 2 ounces of cannabis and cultivate up to 6 plants (3 mature).
Transportation
Cannabis must be in a closed container and stored out of reach of the driver during transport.
Employment
Colorado law does not require employers to accommodate medical cannabis use. Consult your employer's policy and an attorney.
Travel
Cannabis may not be taken across state lines. Doing so violates federal law.
Renewal
Registry cards must be renewed annually.
Qualifying Conditions
Frequently Asked Questions
How much can I possess?
Up to 2 ounces of cannabis and up to 6 plants (3 mature).
Can I grow my own?
Yes — up to 6 plants, with no more than 3 mature at a time.
Is recreational use also legal?
Yes; the medical card offers higher plant counts and tax exemptions.
Colorado community board
Colorado community board
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