Marijuana Laws
As recorded December 15, 2025 · not verified as current law. Arizona law
Cannabis laws in Tempe follow Arizona’s state law. This city follows the jurisdiction’s cannabis law framework; separate city laws are typically limited.
Recreational cannabis is legal for adults 21 and older. Medical cannabis is also available. Possession and purchase within state limits is permitted, but regulations must be followed.
Quick facts
- Recreational: Legal for adults 21+
- Medical: Available
- Possession: Up to 1 ounce legal for adults
- Buying/Selling: Licensed retail only
- Tourists: May purchase with valid ID if 21+
Practical guidance
Avoid cross-border transport of cannabis products.
Law Enforcement
One encounter ended with a slap on the wrist, though other officers might make a bust. Quiet parks felt less conspicuous than crowded ones. Arizona has since introduced regulated adult use, as covered in Marijuana Laws.
Where to Buy Marijuana
The scene ran through private connections. There wasn’t much of a street market.
Marijuana Prices
- Regular chronic: US$15 per gram
- Dank or named strains: usually US$20 per gram, with Northern Lights quoted at US$25 and strong enough to hit in two puffs
- ⅛ oz: US$45–60, with the best around US$60
- ¼ oz: US$100
- ½ oz: US$180
- Dank chronic: US$280 per oz. Sour Diesel was seen at US$500 per oz.
- Commercial weed tended to be lousy. Winter ‘Christmas buds’ could be green but still seedy.
Types of Marijuana
Purple, Master and Hindu Kush, New York Diesel, Sour Diesel, Northern Lights, Strawberry Cough, AK-47, Pot of Gold, Big Bud, B-52, Purple Urkle and White Widow. Pretty much whatever you could think of.
More Information
Trails and A & A came up for pipes and bongs. Cheba Hut was the favorite stop for food afterward.