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Adult-Use & Medical — LegalNorth America

New Mexico

New Mexico legalized medical cannabis in 2007 under the Lynn and Erin Compassionate Use Act and adult-use cannabis in 2021 through the Cannabis Regulation Act (HB 2), signed by Governor Lujan Grisham on April 12, 2021, with retail sales beginning April 1, 2022. The Cannabis Control Division (CCD), within the Regulation and Licensing Department, regulates all commercial cannabis activity. As of 2026, over 1,000 licensed cannabis retailers serve a population of approximately 2.1 million. New Mexico has no license caps and offers micro-producer licenses for small operators, resulting in a highly competitive and accessible market. The state imposes a 12% cannabis excise tax that increased to its full rate in July 2025. License types include producer, manufacturer, retailer, testing laboratory, transporter, and vertically integrated microbusiness.

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Regulator
Cannabis Control Division
Key Legislation
New Mexico Statutes Chapter 26, Article 2C — Cannabis Regulation Act
Year Legalized
2007
Program Size
1,000+ licensed retailers; no license...

Key Facts

  • Adult-use legalized via Cannabis Regulation Act (HB 2) in 2021; retail sales began April 1, 2022
  • No license caps — one of the most open licensing frameworks in the U.S.
  • Over 1,000 licensed retailers for a population of approximately 2.1 million
  • Micro-producer licenses available for small-scale operators
  • 12% cannabis excise tax at full rate since July 2025; separate from standard state gross receipts tax

Key Legislation

New Mexico Statutes Chapter 26, Article 2C — Cannabis Regulation Act

Regulatory Body

Cannabis Control Division (CCD), New Mexico Regulation and Licensing Department

Country Info
ISO Code
US
Region
North America
Tier
Tier 1 — Active Program
Status
Adult-Use & Medical — Legal
Sources
New Mexico Cannabis Regulation Act (NMSA Chapter 26, Article 2C)Cannabis Control Division (CCD)
Disclaimer: This information is for general reference only and does not constitute legal advice. Cannabis regulations change frequently. Always verify with official sources and local legal counsel before making compliance decisions.