Maryland Cannabis Laws for Travelers

Possession limits, transport rules, and where you can legally consume in Maryland.

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Adult-Use Legal

Quick Facts

Public Possession

1.5 oz (42.5g) flower; 12g concentrate

Home Possession

Same limit applies

Transport Rules

Sealed container, not accessible to driver. Pennsylvania border: medical-only — do not cross state lines with cannabis. Virginia is recreational but crossing any state line with cannabis remains a federal crime.

Medical Reciprocity

No Reciprocity

Maryland does not have a formal out-of-state medical cannabis card reciprocity program. All visitors — including out-of-state medical patients — must purchase from Maryland adult-use retail like any other adult.

Dispensaries & Purchasing

Former medical dispensaries converted to adult-use. Baltimore and the DC suburbs have the highest concentration. Delivery available.

Purchase limit: 1.5 oz flower per transaction

Where You Can Consume

Illegal in public spaces, vehicles, and near schools.

Key Facts for Travelers

Adult-use legal as of July 1, 2023
Close to Washington DC (DC has its own gifting laws — not a retail market)
No medical card reciprocity — all visitors use adult-use retail
Virginia is recreational legal, but crossing state lines with cannabis is a federal crime
Pennsylvania: medical-only — do not cross state lines with cannabis

Never Cross State Lines with Cannabis

Transporting cannabis across any state line is a federal crime under the Controlled Substances Act, regardless of laws in both states. This applies to driving, flying, and mailing. Penalties range from fines to felony charges.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can tourists buy weed in Maryland?

Yes. Adults 21+ with valid ID can purchase from any licensed Maryland adult-use cannabis retailer.

What is the cannabis situation in Washington DC near Maryland?

Washington DC allows adults to possess and gift cannabis but has no licensed retail stores — it operates under 'gifting' arrangements that are legally ambiguous. For a straightforward legal purchase, use a Maryland licensed dispensary.