Can I grow marijuana in Vermont?

Yes, people in Vermont are allowed to grow up to 2 mature marijuana plants in a household whether for recreational or medical use. With the new rules and regulations, the minimum age to grow marijuana is 21 years old and they can carry up to one ounce of marijuana. In addition, it is allowed to buy and sell marijuana seeds in Vermont.

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Cultivation of marijuana has been legalized by many states in the USA including states like Maine, Colorado, Nevada, Oregon, California, and many more. Due to new rules and regulations, many states have been easing up on the consumption of marijuana for both medical and recreational purposes.

Marijuana has been used for its medical benefit for many years. With the change in rules now marijuana is legal for recreational consumption as well. However, the use of marijuana is still illegal under federal law, and growers and consumers need to keep the rules and regulations in mind.

The restrictions regarding the consumption and growing marijuana in Vermont are:

• Only adults who are 21 years of age and above can legally consume marijuana.
• Marijuana cannot be consumed in public view or outside private space.
• Adults who are not patients can carry up to 1 ounce of marijuana or 5 grams of hashish.
• Adults can grow up to only four immature and two mature plants for recreational use and up to seven immature plants for medical use.
• Registered medical marijuana patients and caregivers may carry up to 2 ounces of marijuana. And they can transfer products only if it is locked in a container away from public view. However, driving under the influence of it is not permitted.

People who possess more than the qualifying amount for marijuana can be charged a fine of up to $500 and maybe imprisoned for up to six months. If a person is found guilty for the second time, he can be penalized for a sum of $2,000 and two years’ imprisonment.

Concerning the recreational

Growing marijuana in Vermont for recreational purposes took effect on July 1, 2018. Act 86 which was signed by Governor Phil Scott which allowed adults over 21 years of age to carry up to one ounce of marijuana.

Now, people are allowed to grow up to two mature marijuana plants and four immature plants in a household for recreational purposes. However, consumption and smoking of marijuana in public is still illegal and minors are not allowed to consume it.

Although both medical and recreational marijuana is legal in Vermont, recreational sales are not yet operational. The legalization of the sale of recreational marijuana was passed on October 7, 2020, but retail sales are yet to begin.

Concerning the medical

The state of Vermont has legalized the medical use of marijuana since 2004. The state legislature passed an Act related to the medical use of marijuana in S76. The patients are allowed to access medical marijuana from dispensaries since 2011.

Growing marijuana in Vermont is legal for medical purposes. Provided the grower is 21 years of age and above and does not possess more than 2 mature plants and 7 immature plants in a single household.

Patients who are under the age of 21 can be assigned with registered caregivers who can grow or purchase marijuana. The caregivers must be of minimum 21 years of age and a resident of Vermont.

To become a qualified patient who can use medical marijuana you should be a state resident and should be diagnosed with any of the following diseases:

• Severe and persistent nausea
• Seizures and chronic pain
• Crohn’s disease or Parkinson’s disease
• AIDS/HIV
• Wasting syndrome
• Epilepsy or post-traumatic stress disorder
• Multiple sclerosis
• Cancer or glaucoma.

The patient should be diagnosed with any of these diseases or conditions that is qualified by a therapist or physician to grow marijuana in Vermont.

How many plants of cannabis can I grow in Vermont?

In Vermont, you can grow up to 2 mature plants and 4 immature plants for adult use or recreational purpose. However, if you are a patient or caregiver, you may grow up to 2 mature plants and 7 immature plants for medical use in a household.

Where can I grow marijuana in Vermont?

The state law allows the growth of marijuana plants at home as long as they are in enclosed or shielded spaces. This space should be away from the public view and should not be accessible to minors.

You can also grow in a rented property or house. However, this should be cleared with the landlord or property owner. The property owner is not obliged to give consent and may very well refuse the growth of marijuana in his property.

There is no such law that talks about the outdoor marijuana cultivation. However, you must always keep your plants where they are not accessible or visible to people. This is no matter if they are indoors or outdoors.

Can I sell marijuana in Vermont?

Although Growing marijuana in Vermont for both recreational and medical use is legal. Selling homegrown marijuana is still illegal. However, adults who are 21 years of age and above can give up to one ounce of marijuana to other adults as a gift.

Medical marijuana products are available for purchase in state-licensed dispensaries. Registered patients and caregivers can buy up to 2 ounces of usable marijuana. Dispensaries are also allowed to deliver medical marijuana to patients. There are only 7 operating medical marijuana dispensaries in Vermont at the moment.

The adult-use marijuana outlets will open only in 2022. At present, you cannot purchase recreational marijuana in Vermont. The state issues dispensary licenses for those who sell medical marijuana in dispensaries.

Do you need a marijuana card in Vermont?

Patients who need to obtain marijuana from dispensaries need a medical marijuana card or MMJ card. Individuals having a MMJ card are allowed to possess more cannabis and are even exempted from sales tax on hash. In addition, cardholders can also grow more plants than regular users.

Non-residents having a MMJ card are not accepted in Vermont dispensaries. Recreational marijuana is not yet available for purchase so MMJ card is not required. A medical marijuana card is not necessary for growing marijuana in Vermont. However, state laws should always be kept in mind and legal growing measures should be followed.