Over the last year, Ohioans have spent tens of millions of dollars on cannabis edibles. Looking to join the fun? We cover the dos and don’ts to help you get high safely and legally.

Key Takeaways

• Marijuana possession for recreational purposes was legalized in Ohio in 2023.
• Under Ohio law, adults over the age of 21 can possess up to 2.5 ounces (70 grams) of cannabis flower at one time.
• Edibles often use THC concentrate, which has a different possession limit: 0.5 ounces (15 grams).
• You can only purchase cannabis in Ohio at licensed dispensaries,
• Ohio’s medical marijuana program is still active, and qualifying patients enjoy several benefits over recreational cannabis users.

Cannabis Laws in Ohio

In 2023, 57% of Ohio voters opted to legalize recreational marijuana in the state. Since then, residents of the Buckeye State have spent billions on recreational cannabis. But what does that mean for you?

What Cannabis Products are Legal?

The legalization of recreational marijuana effectively legalized all kinds of marijuana products. Marijuana flower, concentrate, vapes, edibles, and more are all legal to buy, possess, and consume in Ohio.

How Many THC Edibles Can I Buy?

That depends on the quantity of THC in each edible. Ohio state law allows anyone over the age of 21 to possess 2.5 ounces of marijuana. That’s about 70 grams.

However, that’s 2.5 ounces of dried marijuana plant material. Edibles often use something called cannabis concentrate, which is a little different.

In Ohio, adults can possess 0.5 ounces of concentrate, or 15 grams.

However, you often can’t buy that much at once. When it comes to edibles, Ohio limits single purchases to ten packages of edibles.

Even if you have the opportunity to buy or possess more, we recommend against it. You could be suspected of dealing and be charged with some serious criminal offenses.

What About Hemp-Derived Edibles?

Hemp-derived products were legalized by the U.S. as a whole in 2018. Under federal law, products derived from hemp that contain less than 0.3% THC are legal.

That means manufacturers can take hemp and transform it into THC edibles that are legal in much of the country, including Ohio. We offer a variety of legal THC edibles, from gummies to chocolate, and much more.

Medical Marijuana Patients

Ohio legalized medical marijuana in 2016. Many of the marijuana products that were once only available to medical marijuana patients are now available to all adults over the age of 21.

However, you might still want to get a medical marijuana card if you have a qualifying medical condition. Registered medical marijuana patients enjoy several benefits, including priority access to dispensaries and a wider selection of products.

Where to Buy Marijuana Edibles in Ohio

There are plenty of dispensaries dotted throughout the state, from which you can choose. That includes our very own dispensary in Avon, which is open Monday through Friday. It’s packed with flower, gummies, edibles, tinctures, and much more.

Alternatively, you can order from us online by visiting our website. Filter products by the benefit they provide — from pain relief to relaxation to boosting focus and more — and sit back as your goodies get delivered right to your door.

What You Need to Bring

Remember, recreational marijuana is legal in Ohio for adults over the age of 21 only. Therefore, you’ll need to prove your age with a valid, government-issued ID. Dispensaries often require a physical ID, so make sure you have the real thing and not just a photo.

Some dispensaries in Ohio also take cash only. They might have an ATM for you to use, but your safest bet is to bring enough cash to cover the cost of your purchase.

Can I Sell Edibles?

Only licensed dispensaries can sell marijuana.

You can grow marijuana yourself at home, but home cultivation is only allowed for personal use.

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Other Important Things to Consider

Marijuana and Driving

It’s illegal to operate a vehicle in Ohio under the influence of marijuana.

However, it’s difficult to test for the presence of marijuana in someone’s body. Law enforcement, therefore, also tests for marijuana metabolites, which are produced by the body when it breaks down THC.

What does that mean? Well, you might feel perfectly fine to drive, but still have marijuana metabolites in your body. If you’re pulled over and a test shows you have more than the legal limit for metabolites, you could be charged with the equivalent of a DUI.

Marijuana and Work

Despite recreational cannabis being legal in Ohio, employers are still allowed to prohibit marijuana consumption. They can still test you and take action against you if you test positive.

Changing Laws

Ohio’s lawmakers continue to debate changes to the state’s recreational marijuana laws. In June, for example, dispensaries were permitted to increase the amount of marijuana plant material they could sell at a single time.

Earlier, in February, the Ohio Senate approved a major overhaul to the recreational marijuana program. This bill, if passed into law, could change many aspects of the state’s marijuana laws.

Therefore, it’s important to always check the law before you actually buy anything.

Buying Edibles Outside Ohio

Marijuana related laws vary in different states across the country. However, because marijuana is still illegal at the federal level, you generally can’t legally send marijuana products purchased in Ohio elsewhere.

That said, there are alternative options. Remember, we sell a variety of legal THC products, including edibles, on our website. We ship to all 50 states!

Conclusion

Edibles are legal under Ohio law, both through the medical marijuana program and for recreational consumers. The medical program offers slightly more variety in products compared to those purchasing for recreational use.

Remember, though, that you can only legally purchase edibles at licensed dispensaries. Additionally, you will be subject to purchase limits, and can only possess up to 2.5 ounces at a time.

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