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New Jersey Hemp & Cannabis Legislation Tracker

Overview of New Jersey Hemp and Cannabis Laws

New Jersey has undergone significant changes in its cannabis and hemp legislation in recent years, evolving from strict prohibition to a regulated market for both medical and recreational use. This resource tracks the development of these laws, providing up-to-date information on the legal status of various cannabinoids and state resources for businesses and consumers.

Current Legal Status of Cannabis and Hemp in New Jersey

As of 2023, both medical and recreational cannabis are legal in New Jersey. The state has established the Cannabis Regulatory Commission (CRC) to oversee both markets. Hemp and hemp-derived products are legal under the New Jersey Hemp Farming Act, which aligns with federal legislation following the 2018 Farm Bill.

Legal Status of Cannabinoids in New Jersey

CBD

Status: Legal

Hemp-derived CBD is legal in all forms (oils, edibles, topicals, etc.) as long as it contains less than 0.3% Delta-9 THC.

Delta-9 THC

Status: Legal (Regulated)

Legal for medical patients and adults 21+ through licensed dispensaries. Possession limit of 6 ounces.

Delta-8 THC

Status: Gray Area

Not explicitly regulated, but potentially legal if hemp-derived with less than 0.3% Delta-9 THC. Subject to ongoing regulatory clarification.

Delta-10 THC

Status: Gray Area

Similar to Delta-8, not explicitly addressed in state law but may be legal if hemp-derived with less than 0.3% Delta-9 THC.

CBG

Status: Legal

Legal when derived from compliant hemp plants containing less than 0.3% Delta-9 THC.

CBN

Status: Legal

Legal when derived from compliant hemp plants containing less than 0.3% Delta-9 THC.

HHC

Status: Gray Area

Not explicitly addressed in state legislation. May be legal if hemp-derived, but regulatory status is uncertain.

THCO

Status: Gray Area

Synthetic derivatives are in a legal gray area pending further regulatory clarification.

New Jersey Cannabis Legislation Timeline

2010

New Jersey Compassionate Use Medical Marijuana Act signed by Governor Jon Corzine, establishing a medical marijuana program for qualifying patients.

2018

Governor Phil Murphy expands the medical marijuana program, adding new qualifying conditions and increasing patient access.

2019

New Jersey Hemp Farming Act signed into law, aligning with the federal 2018 Farm Bill and legalizing hemp production in the state.

November 2020

New Jersey voters approve Public Question 1, a constitutional amendment to legalize recreational cannabis for adults 21 and older.

February 2021

Governor Murphy signs the New Jersey Cannabis Regulatory, Enforcement Assistance, and Marketplace Modernization Act (NJCREAMMA), establishing the framework for legal cannabis sales.

August 2021

The Cannabis Regulatory Commission (CRC) adopts initial rules for the adult-use cannabis industry.

April 2022

First recreational cannabis sales begin at select dispensaries throughout New Jersey.

2023

Continued expansion of both medical and recreational cannabis markets, with additional licenses issued and dispensaries opened across the state.

New Jersey Hemp and Cannabis Resources

Regulatory Bodies

Business Resources

Legal Resources

Consumer Resources

Education & Research

Advocacy Organizations