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Delaware at a glance

Program: Medical + adult use
Legal allotment: 6 oz possession
Qualifying conditions: 15 listed conditions
Out-of-state cards: Not accepted

The figures above are re-checked against Delaware's official program sources every month.

Delaware's Medical Marijuana Program is administered by the Office of the Marijuana Commissioner (OMC), which took over from the Division of Public Health under House Bill 425. Patients with a qualifying condition may obtain a written certification from a physician and register with the program. Delaware also permits adult-use cannabis. Registered patients may possess up to 6 ounces of usable cannabis.

Official Program

Laws of Delaware

Every law and official source for Delaware, each linked to the page that publishes it.

Official Delaware cannabis law & rules

Allotment Trainer

6 oz possession Learn how it works and track your balance here.

Licensed places in Delaware

14 licensed places are on record in {name} — licensed shops, consumption lounges, cannabis clubs and cannabis-friendly venues.

Thrive Dispensary — Lewes
Thrive Dispensary — Wilmington
The Farm — Frankford

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Key Rules

Possession

Registered patients may possess up to 6 ounces of usable cannabis.

Transportation

Cannabis must be in its original packaging and stored out of reach of the driver during transport.

Employment

Delaware 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 periodically per OMC rules.

Qualifying Conditions

CancerGlaucomaHIV / AIDSMultiple sclerosisCrohn's diseaseEpilepsyPost-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)Severe painCachexiaSevere nauseaSevere or persistent muscle spasmsAlzheimer's diseaseAmyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS)Hepatitis CSickle cell anemia

Frequently Asked Questions

How much can I possess?

Up to 6 ounces of usable cannabis.

Can I grow my own?

No. Personal cultivation is not permitted under Delaware's medical program.

Is recreational use also legal?

Yes; the medical card offers higher possession limits.

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Qualifying Condition List Expanded for Patients
A recent rule change in Delaware means patients no longer need a specific debilitating medical condition to qualify for the medical marijuana program. Doctors now have the discretion to recommend cannabis for any medical condition they believe would benefit from the treatment. This change aims to make access easier for those who need it. Has expanding the qualifying conditions made a difference in your healthcare journey?
Medical Dispensaries Drive Record $5.6M in July Sales
Delaware's 13 former medical-only cannabis dispensaries have generated $58.5 million in retail sales since receiving conversion licenses. In July alone, these locations helped the state hit a record $5.6 million in sales. Have you noticed any changes at your local dispensary since they expanded their services?
Regulators Highlight Clarity in New Cannabis Rules
Delaware's Office of the Marijuana Commissioner is implementing new legislative updates designed to strengthen the state's medical and adult-use programs. These changes establish statewide standards for dispensary zoning and clarify rules for terminally ill patients accessing medicine in hospitals. What improvements would you most like to see in the state's medical program?

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