Is Cannabis Legal in Australian Capital Territory? 2026 Update

Current Status: Decriminalised (Small Amounts)

The ACT is the only Australian jurisdiction to have decriminalised personal cannabis use and home cultivation. Since January 2020, ACT residents aged 18+ may possess up to 50g of dried cannabis and grow up to two plants per person (four per household). Cannabis remains illegal under federal law (which applies concurrently in the ACT), creating a legal grey area. Selling, sharing, and public use remain prohibited.

Medical vs Recreational Cannabis in Australian Capital Territory

The ACT is unique in Australia — it has decriminalised personal cannabis use and home cultivation since January 2020. Adults 18+ may possess up to 50g and grow two plants per person. However, federal law still classifies cannabis as a prohibited substance, and federal law operates concurrently with ACT law. In practice, ACT Policing (which enforces both) follows ACT law for personal use matters. Medical cannabis is also available through the TGA.

Home Cultivation Rules

The ACT is the only Australian jurisdiction that permits home cultivation. Residents aged 18+ may grow up to two cannabis plants per person (four per household). Plants must not be grown using hydroponics. Cannabis cannot be used in public places, near children, or shared with others. Federal law still prohibits cannabis, creating a legal grey area that ACT residents should understand.

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