Virginia

Cannabis laws in Virginia follow Virginia’s state law. Cannabis enforcement and penalties are governed by jurisdiction law, not city-specific rules in most cases.

Personal possession of small amounts and limited home cultivation are legal for adults 21 and older. Medical cannabis is available for qualifying patients. No retail sales are currently authorized, and cannabis remains illegal under U.S. federal law.

Quick facts

• Recreational: Legal (possession)
• Medical: Legal
• Possession: Legal up to 1 oz
• Buying/Selling: No retail sales
• Tourists: Same possession rules apply

Practical guidance

Avoid cross-border transport of cannabis products. Do not assume informal tolerance equals legality.