Oregon’s Marijuana Laws

 

Oregon’s Cannabis Laws (2025): What You Need to Know

Medical marijuana has been legal in Oregon since 1998. In 2014, voters approved Measure 91, allowing adults 21+ to purchase and possess marijuana for personal use.

• The Oregon Health Authority (OHA) oversees the medical program.

• The Oregon Liquor & Cannabis Commission (OLCC) regulates adult-use/recreational businesses.

Whether you are a patient, caregiver, or business owner, staying compliant with Oregon law is essential. Below are the key rules at a glance.

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Medical Marijuana Patient Rights

Qualified patients and caregivers may possess:

• 6 mature plants at a registered grow site

• 24 ounces usable marijuana

• 16 oz solid or 72 oz liquid cannabinoid products

• 16 oz concentrate or 5 g extract (inhalants included)

• 4 immature plants + 50 seeds

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Recreational Use (Adults 21+)

• Public possession: Up to 1 oz usable marijuana

• Private possession: Up to 8 oz usable marijuana

• Seeds/plants: Up to 4 immature plants + 10 seeds per household

• Concentrates/extracts: Up to 5 g

• Edibles: Up to 16 oz solid or 72 oz liquid

⚠️ Use is limited to private property. Smoking or vaping in public spaces (streets, parks, apartments, hotels, buses, etc.) is prohibited.

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Packaging & Labeling (OLCC Regulated)

• All cannabis products must have approved packaging and child-resistant containers.

• Labels must include warnings, potency, serving sizes, and contents.

• Custom labels require OLCC approval before sale.

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Qualifying Conditions for a Medical Card

Conditions that may qualify:

• Chronic severe pain, chronic nausea, PTSD
• AIDS/HIV, cancer, glaucoma, hepatiti
• Chronic muscle spasms, multiple sclerosis, arthritis, asthm
• Seizure disorders (e.g., epilepsy), Parkinson’s Disease, cachexi
• Gastrointestinal disorders (e.g., IBS, Crohn’s disease, inability to eat), GER
• Side effects from other medical treatments causing these symptoms
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Process: Proof of Oregon residency, physician documentation, and an application to the Oregon Medical Marijuana Program (OMMP). Patients receive a temporary card while waiting for the official one.

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Delivery

• Only OLCC-licensed retailers (or their representatives) may deliver cannabis.

• Drivers must be registered in the Cannabis Tracking System (CTS) with a valid worker permit.

• Deliveries must be made to a consumer’s residence (not schools or public places).

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Data Privacy

• Retailers cannot record or retain personal information from cannabis sales.

• Exceptions apply only if a customer gives consent for marketing communications.

• Data cannot be transferred or sold.

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Taxes

• Recreational sales: 17% state excise tax + up to 3% local tax

• Medical sales: Not taxed

• Discounts and promotions are restricted (no “BOGO” deals; loyalty points apply only to accessories).

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✅ Stay Compliant
Oregon cannabis laws are detailed and evolving. Always verify with OHA (medical) and OLCC (adult-use) for the latest regulations.