Minnesota Cannabis & Substances Laws (2026)
A comprehensive legal reference for cannabis & substances in the state of Minnesota. This guide covers current statutes, penalties, and restrictions for 7 different categories.
CBD Products
LEGALMinnesota allows hemp-derived CBD products with less than 0.3% Delta-9 THC under the Minnesota Hemp Program (Minn. Stat. § 18K). CBD products must be registered and tested according to state requirements.
Possession
Possession of hemp-derived CBD products with less than 0.3% THC is legal.
Sale
Sale is permitted if products are registered with the Minnesota Department of Agriculture and meet testing and labeling standards.
Penalties
N/A
Age Restriction
None
Delta-8 THC
RESTRICTEDMinnesota law prohibits Delta-8 THC products that are synthesized or converted from CBD, as per Minnesota Statutes §152.0275. The state only allows hemp products with less than 0.3% Delta-9 THC and does not permit Delta-8 THC derived through chemical conversion.
Possession
Possession of Delta-8 THC products derived via conversion is illegal.
Retail Sale
Sale of Delta-8 THC products is prohibited unless derived naturally within hemp limits.
Penalties
Possession or sale can result in misdemeanor charges and fines under Minnesota Statutes §152.0275.
Age Restriction
21+
Delta-9 THC Edibles
LEGALHemp-derived Delta-9 THC edibles (under 0.3% THC by dry weight) are legal in Minnesota under the 2018 Farm Bill. Minnesota legalized adult-use cannabis in 2023, with full retail sales expected to begin in 2025.
Possession
Legal under 0.3% THC by dry weight
Retail Sale
Legal at retail and online
Penalties
Products exceeding 0.3% THC are treated as marijuana.
Age Restriction
21+ in most jurisdictions
Kratom
RESTRICTEDKratom is legal in Minnesota and is not classified as a controlled substance under Minnesota Statutes Chapter 152. There are no state-level restrictions on possession or sale.
Possession
Legal to possess without restriction.
Sale
Legal to sell and purchase without restriction.
Penalties
N/A
Age Restriction
None
Psilocybin / Magic Mushrooms
UNVERIFIEDLegal status of Psilocybin / Magic Mushrooms in Minnesota has not yet been verified. In March 2026, a bill to legalize psilocybin for therapeutic use was approved by a House committee.
Possession
Unverified
Distribution
Unverified
Penalties
Unverified
Age Restriction
Unverified
Recreational Marijuana
LEGALRecreational marijuana is legal for adults 21+ in Minnesota. No significant legislative changes since 2023.
Personal Possession
Adults 21+ may possess up to 2 oz of flower in public and 2 pounds at home. Home cultivation of up to 8 plants (4 mature) is allowed.
Retail Purchase
Legal through licensed dispensaries. Retail sales began in 2025 after the 2023 legalization law.
Penalties
Possessing over the public limit but under 2 pounds is a misdemeanor. Over 2 pounds is a felony. DUI laws apply with per-se THC limits.
Age Restriction
21+
Salvia
ILLEGALSalvia divinorum is a controlled or banned substance in Minnesota. Minnesota enforces its ban on Salvia.
Possession
Illegal. Salvia divinorum is classified as a controlled substance in Minnesota. Possession is a criminal offense.
Sale
Illegal. Sale and distribution of salvia is prohibited in Minnesota.
Penalties
Misdemeanor or felony charges depending on state classification.
Age Restriction
N/A