Marijuana and Drugs
C.R.S. 18-18-406 — over two ounces is a drug misdemeanor, public use a petty offense, and twelve plants at a home
| Possession | Level |
|---|---|
| PossessionMore than two ounces but not more than six ounces of marijuana, or not more than three ounces of concentrate | LevelLevel 2 drug misdemeanor |
| PossessionLarger amounts | LevelA higher drug misdemeanor or a drug felony, by weight |
Who handles this in Colorado: legal aid programs and the state offices, listed in the Colorado directory.
Openly and publicly displaying, consuming or using two ounces or less of marijuana is a drug petty offense, with a fine of up to $100 and up to 24 hours of community service. It is not a violation inside a licensed marijuana hospitality business.
Twelve plants at a home, locked away. No more than twelve marijuana plants may be grown on or in a residential property. Where a person under twenty-one lives there, the growing area itself is enclosed and locked.
Sources for this section (1)
- C.R.S. 18-18-406 — Offenses relating to marijuana and marijuana concentrate - definitions
Legal information, not legal advice. Verified as of October 2026. Applying it to a particular situation is the work of a licensed Colorado attorney.