Marijuana Laws
As recorded December 15, 2025 · not verified as current law. Minnesota law
Cannabis laws in Minnetonka follow Minnesota’s state law. Local variations are uncommon—jurisdiction law sets the baseline for legality and penalties.
Recreational and medical cannabis are legal for adults 21 and older. Licensed retail sales are permitted. While compliant use carries low risk under state law, cannabis remains illegal under federal law.
Quick facts
- Recreational: Legal
- Medical: Legal
- Possession: Legal within limits
- Buying/Selling: Legal from licensed retailers
- Tourists: Permitted for adults 21+
Practical guidance
Avoid cross-border transport of cannabis products. Do not assume informal tolerance equals legality.
Legislative History
Minnesota legalized recreational cannabis for adults 21+ in 2023, allowing possession of up to 2 ounces in public (higher at home), home cultivation of up to eight plants, and licensed retail sales (which began rolling out in 2025). Medical cannabis has been available since 2014 through a regulated dispensary program for qualifying conditions.
Law Enforcement
South Lake, Deephaven and Minnetonka officers were the departments people watched for. Their priorities seemed to be drunk driving, high-school parties and minor offenses.
Where to Buy Marijuana
The Highway 7 and 101 intersection, the campus area, Excelsior and the Excelsior Commons were the places people mentioned. It helped to know the local crowd.
Marijuana Prices
- Named chronic: US$60 for an eighth, or possibly US$20 for a gram if available
- Dank or beasters: about US$50 for an eighth
- Mexican brick: US$25–30 for an eighth
Types of Marijuana
Most better bags were called 50s or 60s after their price. Named strains came through occasionally or via stronger contacts.