Possession
8 oz (230 g)
Is medical marijuana legal in District of Columbia?
Yes.
Medical marijuana is legal in District of Columbia. Updated October 2026.
Tourists
Visitors to District of Columbia are generally subject to the same medical cannabis rules as residents. Crossing a border with it remains a separate, usually prohibited, act.
Home grow
yes (six plants)
Medical cannabis is legal in District of Columbia for qualifying patients.
The recorded ruling
Yes — medical marijuana is legal in District of Columbia. This page is a structured ruling drawn only from recorded facts — status, limits, age, penalties, and dated sources — not legal advice.
Medical cannabis is legal in District of Columbia for qualifying patients.
Possession is capped at 8 oz (230 g) in District of Columbia. Amounts above that recorded limit sit outside the legal finding.
Home cultivation is recorded as: yes (six plants).
Visitors to District of Columbia are generally subject to the same medical cannabis rules as residents. Crossing a border with it remains a separate, usually prohibited, act.
Laws move. The last verified date on this ruling is 2026-10-19. Always read the linked source and local statute before acting.
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Frequently asked
Is medical marijuana legal in District of Columbia?+
Yes — medical marijuana is legal in District of Columbia.
Is medical marijuana legal everywhere in District of Columbia?+
The recorded status for District of Columbia as a whole is legal. Local bylaws can still add conditions.
How much medical marijuana can you possess in District of Columbia?+
The recorded possession limit is 8 oz (230 g).
Can tourists use medical marijuana in District of Columbia?+
Visitors to District of Columbia are generally subject to the same medical cannabis rules as residents. Crossing a border with it remains a separate, usually prohibited, act.
Can you grow medical marijuana at home in District of Columbia?+
Home cultivation is recorded as: yes (six plants).
When was this District of Columbia medical marijuana ruling last verified?+
Last verified 2026-10-19.
Can you fly with medical marijuana into District of Columbia?+
Domestic legality in District of Columbia does not make it legal to carry medical marijuana across an international border. Border rules are separate and typically prohibit it.
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