Complete guide to marijuana laws, dispensaries, and regulations in the Prairie State
Recreational Legal Since
January 1, 2020
Legal Age
21+
Possession Limit
30g (1 oz)
Home Cultivation
Medical Only
Adults 21 and older
Half the resident limits (15g flower, 2.5g concentrates, 250mg edibles)
NOT permitted for recreational users (medical only)
Licensed dispensaries in Chicago, Springfield, and throughout Illinois
2.5 ounces per 14-day period
Up to 5 plants (must be registered patient)
$100 for 3 years ($50 for veterans)
Lower taxes, higher possession limits, home cultivation rights
Cannabis use is only allowed in private residences. Not permitted in vehicles, public spaces, or within 1,000 feet of schools.
Only medical patients can grow at home. Recreational users must purchase from licensed dispensaries.
Out-of-state visitors can only purchase half the amount Illinois residents can buy.
Tax rates vary by product type: 10% for <35% THC, 20% for edibles, 25% for concentrates, plus local taxes.
Illinois automatically expunges minor cannabis convictions and allows petitions for more serious offenses.
Priority given to applicants from communities disproportionately impacted by war on drugs.
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