Connecticut legalized recreational cannabis in June 2021, with retail sales launching in January 2023. The state has a strong social equity focus, reserving a significant portion of licenses for communities disproportionately impacted by the war on drugs.
2021
SB 1201
2012
PA 12-55
18%
Excise tax + local
97
Statewide
Recreational Use Legal
Adults 21+ can purchase and possess cannabis at licensed retailers
Medical Program Active
Established in 2012 with robust qualifying condition list
Social Equity Priority
Significant licensing priority for equity applicants
Public Consumption Prohibited
Cannot consume in public spaces, vehicles, or near schools
Federal Property Prohibited
Illegal on all federal lands and properties