New York legalized adult-use cannabis under the Marihuana Regulation and Taxation Act (MRTA). Here's where the law stands at the end of 2025.

Adults 21+ can possess up to 3 ounces of cannabis flower or 24 grams of concentrate. Storage at home is up to 5 pounds, in a locked container.

Public consumption: smoking and vaping cannabis is legal anywhere tobacco is legal — which is to say, not on schools, federal property, or many indoor public spaces. Cars are off-limits.

Delivery is legal from licensed retailers like ZenZest. Both ZenZest flagships offer free same-day delivery on orders over $100 to addresses across Queens, Nassau Long Island, Staten Island, and select NJ bridge towns.

Buying from any unlicensed 'sticker shop' or smoke shop is still illegal — and the product is untested. Always verify an OCM license before buying.