Marijuana Laws
As recorded December 15, 2025 · not verified as current law. Wisconsin law
Cannabis laws in Menomonie follow Wisconsin’s state law. Local cities generally do not set separate marijuana rules, so penalties are determined at the jurisdiction level.
Recreational cannabis is illegal. Medical use is limited to certain low-THC or CBD products for specific conditions, without dispensaries or a comprehensive program. Possession of marijuana carries legal risk and can result in penalties. Some hemp-derived products may be sold under separate rules, but that does not mean marijuana is legal, and legality can depend on product content and labeling.
Quick facts
- Recreational: Illegal
- Medical: Limited (CBD/low-THC only)
- Possession: Illegal; penalties apply
- Buying/Selling: Illegal
- Tourists: Subject to the same laws; legal risk exists
Practical guidance
Avoid cross-border transport of cannabis products.
Do not assume informal tolerance equals legality.
Legislative Background
Wisconsin maintains strict prohibitions on recreational cannabis, which remains illegal. A limited program allows non-intoxicating CBD oil (less than 0.3% THC) for patients with seizure disorders since 2014 (expanded slightly in 2017), but no dispensaries or broader medical framework exists. Possession of any amount is criminalized, typically as a misdemeanor for small quantities.
Law Enforcement
Menomonie officers were thought to be more interested in dealing than in a quiet personal smoke.
Where to Buy Marijuana
The Den, Badabingz and the Buck were the bar names. There was also the hippie crowd around town. College connections got better marks for kind bud, while the locals sometimes sold expensive schwag.
Marijuana Prices
- Kind bud was generally quoted at up to US$50, with US$40 suggested for BC bud
- Schwag was quoted at US$25–30. The account gives no weights for these prices.
Types of Marijuana
California and Canadian flower were particularly common in the fall. BC bud could look better than it smoked. Some unnamed nugs had good crystals and only acquired a name when someone wanted to sell them. Schwag ranged from brown to green with red hairs and could be quite seedy.