Marijuana Laws
As recorded December 15, 2025 · not verified as current law. Indiana law
Cannabis laws in Vincennes follow Indiana’s state law. This city follows the jurisdiction’s cannabis law framework; separate city laws are typically limited.
Recreational cannabis is illegal. Medical marijuana is not available, though low-THC CBD oil is permitted for certain conditions. Some hemp-derived CBD products may be sold under separate rules, but that does not mean marijuana is legal.
Quick facts
- Recreational: Illegal
- Medical: Limited (CBD/low-THC only)
- Possession: Illegal for marijuana
- Buying/Selling: Illegal
- Tourists: No legal access to marijuana
Practical guidance
Avoid cross-border transport of cannabis products. Do not assume informal tolerance equals legality.
Law Enforcement
The sheriff watched country roads for meth cooks, and city cops focused more on traffic. Vincennes University police had the strongest reputation for finding reasons to make a bust, and students felt they covered even more ground than city officers.
Where to Buy Marijuana
The bars around Second and Main were places to meet people. They were also close to the police buildings and campus, so people tended to stick to the crowded bars and get to know somebody.
Marijuana Prices
- Schwag: about US$25 per ¼ oz
- Mids: about US$25 per ⅛ oz
- Better flower: around US$50 per ⅛ oz
- Quotes varied by seller.
Types of Marijuana
Locals often just called it ‘smoke.’ The real differences were between ordinary schwag, mids and better flower, with no named strains given.
More Information
Sometimes a good connection turned up quickly. Other times a US$50 bag could turn out to be schwag.