Recreational cannabis consumer education guide
Your Guide to Legally Navigating Cannabis in New Jersey
In the evolving landscape of cannabis in New Jersey, Sparkology emerges as your compass, guiding you through this new terrain with grace, knowledge, and a touch of elegance. As aficionados with a passion for both the profound and the subtle nuances of cannabis, we’re here to offer an enriching experience that caters to both the initiated and the curious first-timers.
Who's Eligible to Buy Cannabis in New Jersey?
Are you old enough?
The doors are open to anyone 21 and older if you want to purchase recreational cannabis —whether you’re a New Jersey citizen or just passing through. You must present a valid, government-issued ID, such as a driver’s license or passport, to verify your age.
What cannabis products can you buy at a dispensary?
During your New Jersey cannabis dispensary visit, there’s a wide range of products available, from 28.35 grams (or 1 ounce) of dried flower to:
- 4 grams of solid cannabis concentrates or resin, or equivalent in liquid form
- 4 grams of vaporized formulations (oil)
- 1000 mg of ingestible cannabis-infused products, like gummies
Mixing and matching products is also an option, ensuring you find just the right combination to meet your needs, keeping in mind the legal product categories that include everything from dried flower to tinctures and edibles.
Legal Cannabis in New Jersey - General Information
The term cannabis is often interchanged with weed, reefer, Mary Jane among several others in popular culture. Yet, under New Jersey law, there’s a fine line between cannabis and marijuana. While they might seem the same, cannabis refers to the plant product regulated by state-licensed businesses, and marijuana to the unregulated, often illicit counterpart.
Traveling with Cannabis
Planning to take your purchase back home across state lines? That’s still against the law. Legally produced marijuana must remain within the state where it was cultivated. Since marijuana is still illegal under federal law, transporting it across state lines is also prohibited.
How much does cannabis cost in New Jersey?
Prices will vary depending on the dispensary location and the products you select. Keep in mind all transactions include New Jersey sales tax (6.625%) and a social equity excise fee (1/3 of 1%).
Do dispensaries keep records of what you buy?
While dispensaries will need to verify your age, they won’t keep a record of your purchase or copy your ID. You have the option to share your contact information for customer loyalty programs.
Where You Can Consume Cannabis
Enjoying your purchase is reserved for private settings, with landlords having the right to set their own rules regarding cannabis use on their property. Dispensary staff are required to verify that customers are 21 years or older by checking a government-issued ID. However, they cannot make copies of your ID or retain any records of your purchase beyond what’s necessary to complete the transaction. Customers may choose to voluntarily provide their information for programs like mailing lists.
We encourage all customers to review the official resources provided by nj.gov for comprehensive guidance on relevant matters.
Cannabis Possession Laws in New Jersey
How much cannabis can you carry in New Jersey?
In New Jersey, adults are allowed to possess up to 6 ounces of cannabis.
You are legally allowed to carry these amounts of marijuana in New Jersey:
- Eighth: An eighth is a standard measurement for cannabis, equivalent to one-eighth (1/8) of an ounce, or roughly 3.5 grams.
- Quarter: A quarter is a typical cannabis weight measurement, representing one-quarter (1/4) of an ounce, or about 7 grams.
- Half (Ounce): A half is a common term for a cannabis quantity, amounting to one-half (1/2) of an ounce, or approximately 14 grams.
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Gifting Cannabis
Is it legal to gift cannabis to friends? Yes. You can legally give up to 28.35 grams (1 ounce) of cannabis to another adult who is 21 years or older. However, it’s important to remember that no form of payment or compensation should be accepted in exchange for the gifted cannabis.
Cannabis and driving
Can you drive while high?
No, driving while high on cannabis is illegal in New Jersey. Cannabis impairs your ability to drive safely, and doing so can lead to serious legal consequences, including fines, license suspension, and possible imprisonment. New Jersey law treats driving under the influence of cannabis similarly to driving under the influence of alcohol.
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