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New York at a glance

Program: Medical + adult use
Legal allotment: 60-day supply
Qualifying conditions: 15 listed conditions
Out-of-state cards: Not accepted

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

New York's Medical Cannabis Program is administered by the Office of Cannabis Management (OCM). Patients may be certified by a healthcare provider for any condition the provider deems appropriate (New York removed its qualifying-condition list). After certification, patients register and may purchase from licensed medical dispensaries. New York also permits adult-use cannabis.

Official Program

Laws of New York

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

Official New York cannabis law & rules

Allotment Trainer

60-day supply Learn how it works and track your balance here.

Licensed places in New York

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

Erbquest — New York
Zootiez LLC — Newburgh
ZenZest LLC — Staten Island

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Key Rules

Possession

Certified patients may purchase a 60-day supply as recommended by the certifying provider from licensed medical dispensaries.

Transportation

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

Employment

New York provides limited employment protections for medical cannabis patients. Consult an attorney for your situation.

Travel

Cannabis may not be taken across state lines. Doing so violates federal law.

Renewal

Certifications must be renewed annually; patient registrations must be kept current.

Qualifying Conditions

CancerGlaucomaHIV / AIDSMultiple sclerosisCrohn's diseaseEpilepsyPost-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)Severe or chronic painCachexiaSevere nauseaSevere or persistent muscle spasmsAmyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS)Alzheimer's diseaseOpioid use disorderAny condition a certifying provider deems appropriate

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need a specific condition to qualify?

No — New York allows certifying providers to recommend medical cannabis for any condition they deem appropriate.

Can I grow my own?

Only certified patients 21+ may cultivate up to 3 mature and 3 immature plants under New York law.

Is recreational use also legal?

Yes; the medical card offers tax savings and higher possession limits.

New York community board

Gov. Hochul, Lawmakers Agree to Gut Cannabis Wage Board Bill
New York Governor Kathy Hochul signed legislation eliminating the state’s requirement that licensed marijuana businesses enter into labor peace agreements with unions, on the condition that its three-member minimum wage board is scrapped.
New York Opens Second Retail License Window and Nursery Applications
New York's Office of Cannabis Management has opened its second retail license window with 450 slots for equity applicants, and will open adult-use nursery license applications on November 5. What kind of new cannabis businesses would you like to see in your neighborhood?
New York Cannabis Sales Top $1.4 Billion Through Q3
Licensed New York cannabis retailers generated $1.41 billion in sales through the third quarter of 2026, pushing cumulative adult-use cannabis sales past $4.1 billion since the state’s first dispensary opened in December 2022. The state has also closed or padlocked 738 illegal cannabis storefronts and seized illicit products valued at approximately $276.9 million. How has your experience been visiting licensed dispensaries in your area?

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