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California Public Cannabis Use (2026)

Restricted: Using cannabis in public is prohibited in California — not in public places, not where tobacco is banned, and not within 1,000 feet of a school or daycare while children are present.

RestrictedVerified May 31, 2026

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Public Cannabis Use in states bordering California

The same rule in each neighboring state LawLert has verified, from that state’s own official source.

ArizonaRestricted
Using cannabis in public is prohibited in Arizona, and smoking it in public places or open spaces is unlawful.
Verified May 31, 2026 · Source: azdhs.gov · Full Arizona rule →
NevadaRestricted
Using cannabis in public is prohibited in Nevada, including in casinos and on the Strip; it is legal only in a private residence or a licensed consumption lounge.
Verified Sep 13, 2026 · Source: ccb.nv.gov · Full Nevada rule →
OregonRestricted
Using cannabis in public is not allowed in Oregon: it cannot be sold, smoked, or used in a public place, including in vehicles and liquor-licensed establishments.
Verified Oct 14, 2026 · Source: oregon.gov · Full Oregon rule →

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