New Mexico Law Center
Green Guide New Mexico
New Mexico at a glance
- Program
- Medical + adult use
- Legal allotment
- 3 oz every 90 days
- Qualifying conditions
- 15 listed conditions
- Out-of-state cards
- Not accepted
The figures above are re-checked against New Mexico's official program sources every month.
Official ProgramNew Mexico's Medical Cannabis Program (MCP) is administered by the Department of Health. Patients with a qualifying condition may obtain a written certification from a healthcare provider and enroll in the program. New Mexico also permits adult-use cannabis. Qualified patients may purchase up to 3 ounces per 90 days (or more with a practitioner's expanded-limit certification).
Laws of New Mexico
Every law and official source for New Mexico, each linked to the page that publishes it.
Official New Mexico cannabis law & rulesLicensed places in New Mexico
43 licensed places are on record in {name} — licensed shops, consumption lounges, cannabis clubs and cannabis-friendly venues.
- VERDES FOUNDATION- RETAIL LOCATION — Santa Fe
- VIREO OF SANTA FE - CORDOVA - RETIAL — Santa Fe
- The Verdes Foundation Shelby St Retail — Santa Fe
Key Rules
Possession
Qualified patients may purchase up to 3 ounces per 90 days; higher limits available with a practitioner's expanded-limit certification.
Transportation
Cannabis must be in its original packaging and stored out of reach of the driver during transport.
Employment
New Mexico 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. Enrollment is free.
Qualifying Conditions
Frequently Asked Questions
How much can I purchase?
Up to 3 ounces per 90 days; higher limits with a practitioner's expanded-limit certification.
Can I grow my own?
Yes — qualified patients may cultivate up to 4 mature plants and 12 seedlings under New Mexico law.
Is recreational use also legal?
Yes; the medical card offers tax savings and higher limits.
New Mexico community board
New Mexico community board
New Mexico Advocates Push Back on Proposed Psilocybin Rules
Advocates in New Mexico are criticizing the Department of Health's draft regulations for the Medical Psilocybin Program, which would require patients to be certified by a clinician holding a state controlled substances number.
Investigation uncovers illegal cannabis operation in Torrance County
The Regulation and Licensing Department’s Enforcement Bureau and the New Mexico Organized Crime Commission executed a search warrant at a large-scale illegal cannabis farm in Torrance County. Agents seized approximately 6,300 illegal cannabis plants during the operation.
Cannabis retailers say New Mexico's new mandated system is losing them tens of thousands of dollars
Cannabis businesses across New Mexico are reporting significant financial losses and technical issues following the rollout of the new New Mexico Seed to Sale (NMS2S) tracking system. Retailers have experienced miscategorized products and manual entry errors, leading some to consider returning to court for relief.
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