Marijuana Laws
As recorded December 15, 2025 · not verified as current law. New York law
Cannabis laws in Yonkers follow New York’s state law. For travelers, the jurisdiction’s law is the controlling standard—cities usually don’t define cannabis legality.
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: Up to 3 oz flower
- 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
Police could be hit or miss. Smoking openly could make Yonkers feel like Amsterdam, though officers sometimes hassled people and might ask them to put it out. New York has since introduced regulated adult use, as covered in Marijuana Laws.
Where to Buy Marijuana
South Broadway, Highland, Jackson, Park Hill, Gailmore, Spruce, Van Cortlandt, Central Avenue and Yonkers Avenue all came up. Dyckman and the Knollwood Extension were farther options. Downtown had spots, but better flower was associated with the Hastings border and Tuckahoe Road. In Yonkers it was ‘connects over spots.’
Marijuana Prices
- Small bags: US$20 for about 0.8–1.3 g, or US$50 for 2.5–3.7 g.
- Dro: US$60–75 per ¼ oz, US$120–160 per ½ oz or US$200–260 per oz.
- Haze: US$90–130 per ¼ oz, US$170–220 per ½ oz or US$370–435 per oz. A good connection could sometimes bring an ounce down to US$320.
Types of Marijuana
Haze, Purple Haze, White Rhino, Blueberry Dro, Kush, Sour Diesel and Juicy Fruit all made the rounds. Haze was described as fluffier and stronger than ordinary dro. Most people called their flower dro, haze or exotic dro without knowing a specific name.