Question 1

Is marijuana legal in Rhode Island?

Accepted Answer

Only medical marijuana is currently legal in Rhode Island. There have been recent efforts to legalize recreational marijuana in the near future - stay tuned!

Question 2

Where can I buy marijuana in Rhode Island?

Accepted Answer

Rhode Island has 9 medical dispensaries across the state and finding the closest one to you is just a click away!

Question 3

How much marijuana can I buy in Rhode Island?

Accepted Answer

Medical marijuana patients are allowed to purchase up to 2.5 ounces of marijuana or its equivalent in oils or edibles per 15 days.

Question 4

Can I get weed delivered to me in Rhode Island?

Accepted Answer

No, you cannot get weed delivered to you in Rhode Island.

Question 5

How much marijuana can I possess in Rhode Island?

Accepted Answer

You are allowed to possess up to 2.5 ounces of marijuana at a time or its equivalent in oils and edibles.

Question 6

What are the marijuana laws in Major Rhode Island Cities?

Accepted Answer

As recreational marijuana is still illegal in Rhode Island, medical marijuana abides by a uniform law across the state of Rhode Island. Therefore, whether you are in Providence or Newport, the same rules will apply to you.

Question 7

How do I get a medical marijuana card in Rhode Island?

Accepted Answer

The application to obtain a medical marijuana card in Rhode Island is fairly straightforward with four steps:Obtain a physician&rsquo;s certification that you are diagnosed with one of the approved medical conditions in the state.Next, complete and submit the medical marijuana application to the Rhode Island Department of Health.Provide proof of Rhode Island residency through your state-issued ID.Submit the application fee. ( per patient and 0 per caregiver).

Question 8

Can I drive with marijuana in my car in Rhode Island?

Accepted Answer

Yes, you can drive with marijuana in your car in Rhode Island, but the police take it very seriously. When marijuana is in your vehicle, you must have it sealed and out of the reach of the driver. It is always best practice to leave your weed in the trunk of your car or behind the backseat.

Question 9

Are out of state medical cards accepted in Rhode Island?

Accepted Answer

Yes, valid out of state medical cards are accepted in Rhode Island.

Question 10

Is it legal to smoke weed in Rhode Island?

Accepted Answer

Yes, it is legal to smoke weed in Rhode Island, but only if you have a valid Rhode Island medical marijuana card. You must also be in a private residence away from the view of the public.

Question 11

Can the passenger of a vehicle smoke marijuana in Rhode Island?

Accepted Answer

No, the passenger of a vehicle cannot smoke marijuana. In fact, nobody is allowed to smoke or ingest marijuana in a car regardless of if the car is in motion. Any marijuana in a car must be sealed, and in the trunk or behind the back seat of the vehicle

Question 12

Can I drive while high in Rhode Island?

Accepted Answer

No, you cannot drive high in Rhode Island and there is no state that one is permitted to drive high in.

Question 13

Is there a legal limit for marijuana impairment while driving in Rhode Island?

Accepted Answer

No, there is zero-tolerance for driving while impaired. Driving under the influence of marijuana is illegal in all states across the U.S. In the eyes of the Rhode Island police department any amount of cannabis puts the driver in an impaired state which leads to serious punishments akin to drinking and driving.

Question 14

Can I smoke marijuana in my hotel room in Rhode Island?

Accepted Answer

No, Rhode Island police and hotels alike have made it clear that smoking in one&rsquo;s hotel room is not permitted.

Question 15

Can I smoke marijuana in my Airbnb?

Accepted Answer

You can smoke marijuana in your Airbnb only if the owner has given you explicit permission to and you have a valid medical marijuana card.

Question 16

Are there legal businesses where I can smoke marijuana in Rhode Island?

Accepted Answer

No, there are no legal businesses where you can smoke marijuana in Rhode Island.

Question 17

Can I take home the marijuana I bought in Rhode Island?

Accepted Answer

If you must cross a state line, then no, you cannot take home the marijuana you bought in Rhode Island. However, if you are not crossing any state boundaries then yes, you can take marijuana home.

Question 18

Can I grow marijuana in Rhode Island?

Accepted Answer

Yes, you can grow marijuana in Rhode Island if you are a medical marijuana patient or caregiver. Patients or caregivers who elect to grow their own cannabis must first register with the Department of Business Regulation and obtain a medical marijuana tag for each plant ( per tag). After obtaining their tags and declaring their grow, patients or caregivers can grow up to 12 flowering plants and 12 immature, non-flowering, plants.

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