Marijuana Laws
As recorded December 15, 2025 · not verified as current law. New Jersey law
Cannabis laws in Stone Harbor follow New Jersey’s state law. The rules here are set by the broader jurisdiction, and city-level differences are uncommon.
Recreational cannabis is legal for adults 21 and older. Medical cannabis is also available. Cannabis remains illegal under U.S. federal law, which can create risks in federal areas or during cross-border travel. Possession and purchase are regulated.
Quick facts
- Recreational: Legal (21+)
- Medical: Legal
- Possession: No strict limit (large amounts may raise issues)
- Buying/Selling: Legal from licensed dispensaries
- Tourists: Permitted with valid ID (21+)
Practical guidance
Avoid cross-border transport of cannabis products. Do not assume informal tolerance equals legality.
Law Enforcement
Stone Harbor’s wealthy vacation crowd and small size made police patrols feel constant, as often as every one to five minutes on the avenues in one estimate. Officers seemed to take marijuana and seatbelts seriously. Nearby Avalon was thought to have fewer patrols, with an unconfirmed story about a lawsuit behind the change. Stone Harbor was also described as having little racial diversity. New Jersey has since introduced regulated adult use, as covered in Marijuana Laws.
Where to Buy Marijuana
Ninety-Sixth Street and the benches by the movie theater were where people met, though police were visible there. The surfer crowd often knew locals, but most people in town were visitors. When flower was around it went fast, and droughts were common.
Marijuana Prices
- Beasters: US$20 per gram or US$50 per ⅛ oz
Types of Marijuana
Mids and beasters, with headies on rare occasions.