New Hampshire Home Cultivation (2026)

Key Facts

Statute: RSA 318-B:26
Home grow: Prohibited
Patient grow: Not allowed
Decriminalized possession: ≤3/4 oz

Full Breakdown

As of 2026, New Hampshire has not legalized recreational cannabis. Possession of three-quarters of an ounce or less is decriminalized as a violation under RSA 318-B:2-c, but cultivation of any amount remains a felony or misdemeanor depending on plant count under RSA 318-B:26. The Therapeutic Cannabis Program (RSA 126-X) authorizes qualifying patients to obtain cannabis only from licensed Alternative Treatment Centers; patients and designated caregivers cannot grow plants at home. This statewide criminal prohibition preempts any local attempt to authorize home cultivation. Manufacturing charges scale with quantity.

Violations & Penalties

Cultivation penalties range from misdemeanor for small amounts to Class B felony for larger quantities, including fines up to $25,000 and imprisonment.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I grow cannabis at home in New Hampshire?

No. Home cultivation is illegal for both recreational and medical users. Therapeutic cannabis patients must purchase only from licensed Alternative Treatment Centers.

Is recreational cannabis legal in New Hampshire?

No. Recreational cannabis remains illegal as of 2026. Possession of three-quarters of an ounce or less is a decriminalized violation, but sale and cultivation remain criminal offenses.

New Hampshire Cannabis Home Cultivation Prohibited