Marijuana Laws
As recorded December 15, 2025 · not verified as current law. Florida law
Cannabis laws in Aventura follow Florida’s state law. For travelers, the jurisdiction’s law is the controlling standard—cities usually don’t define cannabis legality.
Recreational cannabis is illegal. Medical cannabis is legal for qualifying patients with a state-issued card. Possession without authorization carries legal risk, and cannabis remains illegal under U.S. federal law.
Quick facts
- Recreational: Illegal
- Medical: Legal (with card)
- Possession: Legal only with medical card
- Buying/Selling: Illegal outside medical program
- Tourists: Subject to residency and qualification rules
Practical guidance
Avoid cross-border transport of cannabis products. Do not assume informal tolerance equals legality.
Law Enforcement
An Aventura stop could mean confiscation and a charge. The joke was that the cops might smoke what they took.
Where to Buy Marijuana
Parks were a good place to meet people hanging out. Sellers tended to stay out of sight.
Marijuana Prices
- US$20 for 1.5 g, often good Haze
- US$40 for a sixteenth of an ounce
- US$60 for an eighth
- US$85 for a quarter
- US$150 for a half ounce
- US$300 for an ounce, when one turned up
Types of Marijuana
Purple Haze, Hydro Creepie, Orange Crush, Colombian Gold and the much less loved regs.
More Information
Some sellers dealt mostly with higher-end customers and had a reputation for giving a full bag.