Marijuana
RSA 318-B:2-c — 3/4 of an ounce or less is a violation, and a $100 fine for a first or second offense
Knowingly possessing 3/4 of an ounce of marijuana or less, or 5 grams of hashish or less, is a violation, not a crime.
Who handles this in New Hampshire: New Hampshire Bar Association Lawyer Referral Service; and legal aid programs and the state offices, listed in the New Hampshire directory.
For a person 21 or older, possessing a personal use amount of a regulated marijuana infused product obtained in a state where it is legal is also a violation.
| Offense, 18 or older | Fine |
|---|---|
| Offense, 18 or olderFirst or second | Fine$100 |
| Offense, 18 or olderLater, within any 3 year period | FineUp to $300 |
Larger amounts, and selling or manufacturing, are crimes under the controlled drug act. A person who does not show identification or give a truthful name, address and date of birth to an officer for this violation may be arrested, as the section provides.
Sources for this section (2)
- RSA 318-B:2-c — Personal Possession of Marijuana
- RSA 318-B:2 — Acts Prohibited
Legal information, not legal advice. Verified as of October 2026. Applying it to a particular situation is the work of a licensed New Hampshire attorney.