Cannabis law in Nebraska (2026)
Last reviewed: 9 October 2026
In short: Nebraska voters approved Initiative Measure 437 in 2024, which legalised the use of up to five ounces of marijuana for medical purposes by qualified patients, and Initiative Measure 438 created the Nebraska Medical Cannabis Commission. The Commission was accepting only manufacturer licence applications at the time of checking. Rules for other persons were not confirmed.
| Rule | What applies |
|---|---|
| Quantity limitsPersonal use by an adult | Qualified medical patients: up to five ounces of marijuana for medical purposes (Initiative Measure 437). The limits for other persons were not confirmed. [1] |
| Growing at homePersonal use by an adult | ⚠ Not yet verified |
| Sale to consumersPersonal use by an adult | ⚠ Not yet verified |
| Use or carrying in public placesPersonal use by an adult | ⚠ Not yet verified |
| VisitorsPersonal use by an adult | ⚠ Not yet verified |
| Driving after cannabis usePersonal use by an adult | It is unlawful to operate or be in actual physical control of a motor vehicle while under the influence of any drug. The fixed 0.08 limits in the statute apply to alcohol only. [2] |
| Medical cannabisPersonal use by an adult | Restricted programme only [1] |
| Possession for personal usePersonal use by an adult | Administrative offence [3] |
Notes
- Stated by the Nebraska Medical Cannabis Commission. On its application page the Commission says it is currently accepting only manufacturer licence applications, so licensed sales to patients had not started. The Nebraska statutes could not be read from this server, so non-medical rules were not confirmed.
- Nebraska Legislature statute pages (nebraskalegislature.gov, leg.ne.gov) and the DHHS statute compilation could not be reached from this server (connection refused), so no rule was read.
- Nebraska Legislature statute pages (nebraskalegislature.gov, leg.ne.gov) and the DHHS statute compilation could not be reached from this server (connection refused), so no rule was read.
- Nebraska Legislature statute pages (nebraskalegislature.gov, leg.ne.gov) and the DHHS statute compilation could not be reached from this server (connection refused), so no rule was read.
- Nebraska Legislature statute pages (nebraskalegislature.gov, leg.ne.gov) and the DHHS statute compilation could not be reached from this server (connection refused), so no rule was read.
- Initiative 437 (2024) allows qualified patients up to five ounces. The Medical Cannabis Commission is still writing regulations and licensing; dispensary applications have not opened and final regulations are expected in early 2027.
- Possessing one ounce or less is an infraction with a $300 fine the first time; repeat offences are misdemeanours. More than one ounce is a misdemeanour and more than one pound a felony.
Sources
- Nebraska Medical Cannabis Commission: About Us | MCC (consulted 9 October 2026) · all sources
- Nebraska Legislature: Neb. Rev. Stat. 60-6,196 Driving under influence of alcoholic liquor or drug; penalties (Internet Archive snapshot of 3 October 2026) (consulted 10 October 2026) · all sources
- Nebraska Legislature: Neb. Rev. Stat. 28-416 Prohibited acts; violations; penalties (Internet Archive snapshot of 25 August 2026) (consulted 10 October 2026) · all sources
National rules that also apply
These rules are set at national level in the United States and apply here too, alongside the rules above. All national rules for the United States
| Possession for personal use | Criminal offence (source: U.S. Government Publishing Office (govinfo)) |
|---|---|
| Growing at home | Prohibited (source: U.S. Government Publishing Office (govinfo)) |
| Sale to consumers | Prohibited (source: U.S. Government Publishing Office (govinfo)) |
Nebraska and neighbouring states
| State | Possession for personal use | Growing at home | Sale to consumers | Use or carrying in public places | Medical cannabis | Visitors |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nebraska | 1 oz or less: infraction, $300 fine (first time) | ⚠ Not yet verified | ⚠ Not yet verified | ⚠ Not yet verified | Legal for qualified patients; programme not yet running | ⚠ Not yet verified |
| Colorado | ⚠ Not yet verified | Up to 6 plants per person; 12 per home | Licensed retail stores | Banned in public; licensed venues excepted | Yes, for registered patients | ⚠ Not yet verified |
| Iowa | Criminal offence | No | No | — | Restricted medical programme | — |
| Kansas | Criminal offence | No (felony) | No | — | No programme; CBD-oil defence only | — |
| Missouri | Legal for adults 21+, within limits | Yes, with a registration card | Licensed dispensaries | Banned outside licensed areas | Medical programme (ID cards) | Source silent on visitors |
| South Dakota | Criminal offence (misdemeanour up to 2 oz) | ⚠ Not yet verified | Prohibited (medical dispensaries only) | — | Registered cardholders | Non-resident medical cardholders protected |
| Wyoming | Criminal offence (misdemeanour) | Prohibited (misdemeanour) | Supply is an offence | — | No medical programme | — |
More rules in Nebraska
- Car speed limitsBuilt-up areas: 25 mph residential, 20 business · Outside built-up areas (single carriageway): 50-65 mph depending on road type
- Minimum age for a car driving licenceMinimum age for a car licence: 16 (provisional operator's permit) · Earliest age to drive a car supervised: 15 (learner's permit)
- E-bikes and speed pedelecsLegal class: Class I, II, III (bicycle)
- FireworksConsumers may buy and use category F2 fireworks: Yes (licensed sellers)
- Knives and pepper sprayFolding pocket knives: Concealed ban only for under-21s, prohibited persons
- Statutory minimum wageNational statutory minimum wage: Yes · Current adult minimum wage (gross): $15.00 per hour
- Using a mobile phone while drivingHolding a phone while driving banned: No (texting/reading banned) · Hands-free use: Calls not restricted
- Seat belts and child seatsSeat belt compulsory in front seats: Yes · Seat belt compulsory in rear seats: Under 18 only
- Tobacco and nicotine age limitsMinimum age to buy tobacco: 21 · Minimum age to buy e-cigarettes: 21
- Drinking age and alcohol salesMinimum age to buy beer and wine: 21 (a minor is under 21) · Minimum age to buy spirits: 21 (a minor is under 21)
- Drink-driving limitsBlood alcohol limit for ordinary drivers: 0.08% · Lower limit for novice or young drivers: 0.02% (under 21)
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General information, not legal advice. Rules change: check the official source before you fly or ride.