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Buying Cannabis Products in Illinois

Your Guide to Cannabis Rules in Illinois

Both recreational (also called adult-use) and medical cannabis are legal in the state of Illinois. Whether you’re new to cannabis or an experienced cannabis enthusiast, Verilife is here to help you know what to expect when shopping for recreational cannabis in Illinois. 


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Understanding Illinois Recreational Marijuana Laws

Illinois cannabis laws are easy to follow once you know the ins and outs of what you can and can’t do. Cannabis shoppers are subject to the following requirements:

  • You must be 21 years old.
  • You must have a valid, government-issued photo ID.

If you are looking to purchase medical cannabis in Illinois, you will need a valid medical marijuana card.


What Are the Cannabis Purchase & Possession Limits in Illinois

Walk on the right side of the law by being aware of the cannabis purchase and possession limits in the Prairie State. The purchase and possession limits differ if you’re an Illinois resident or an out-of-state visitor.

Illinois Residents

If you live in Illinois, here’s how much marijuana you can buy and have in your possession: 

  • 30 grams (1.05 ounces) of cannabis flower
  • 5 grams of cannabis concentrate
  • 500 milligrams of THC-infused products, such as edibles

Please note that medical marijuana patients have different limits. Check out our Illinois medical cannabis guide to learn more.

Illinois Visitors

Adults who are visiting Illinois have different purchase limits; specifically, they are half of what Illinois residents may buy and possess.

  • 15 grams (0.5 ounces) of cannabis flower
  • 2.5 grams of cannabis concentrate
  • 250 milligrams of THC-infused products

The totals of how much cannabis you can buy and have in your possession are cumulative. That means the combination of cannabis concentrates, infused products, and flowers is limited for each product category. Your budtender can assist if you aren’t sure how much cannabis you can buy or have


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Where Can I Use Cannabis in Illinois?

In Illinois, cannabis can only be consumed on private property; this includes your home, backyard, porch, or any other privately owned area that is out of view of the public. However, landlords may have additional rules regarding cannabis consumption, so you should always check for your location. 

In general, consuming cannabis is illegal in the following locations or situations:

  • Public places, including streets and parks; or
  • Any motor vehicle; or
  • On school grounds (except for approved medical users); or
  • Around a minor; or
  • Near on-duty school bus drivers, police officers, firefighters, and correction officers; or
  • Traveling across state lines; or
  • Section 8 government-funded housing.

Find Your Closest Illinois Dispensary

Arlington Heights Dispensary

Verilife Arlington Heights is conveniently located just off of I-90 on Arlington Heights Road in Chicago’s northwest suburbs. Open since 2018, you’ll find us in Arlington Town Square.

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Shop our medical and recreational menus

    

Chicago - River North Dispensary

Verilife Chicago is conveniently located downtown in the bustling River North neighborhood. Open since April 2021, our Chicago dispensary is at the intersection of Superior Street and Dearborn Street.

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Shop our recreational menu

Galena Dispensary

Verilife Galena is steps from the charm of Galena’s Main Street, known locally as “Helluva Half Mile,” and across from the Old Market House State Historic Site, a Greek revival structure that today hosts local events and rotating exhibits.
 
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North Aurora Dispensary

Verilife North Aurora is conveniently located in the western suburbs of Chicago. Open since 2016, our dispensary can be found on Orchard Road, minutes from the I-88 expressway. 
 
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Shop our medical and recreational menus
 

Ottawa Dispensary

Our medical and recreational dispensary in Ottawa, IL is conveniently located near Starved Rock State Park. Open since 2016, Verilife Ottawa can be found on the bustling Columbus Street. 
 
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Romeoville Dispensary

Verilife Romeoville IL can be found on Weber Road, just south of I-55 near Independence Blvd. Our dispensary opened on Bolingbrook Road in 2019 and is now located just northwest of Plainfield. 
 
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Rosemont Dispensary

Verilife Rosemont is located in the Parkway Bank Park Entertainment district, a block away from the Donald E. Stephens Convention Center. We have been serving the northwest suburbs since April 2021.
 
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Schaumburg Dispensary

Verilife Schaumburg can be found at the bustling intersection of Schaumburg Road and Barrington Road. Our Schaumburg dispensary has been serving the northwest suburbs since June 2021.
 
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FAQs About Cannabis in Illinois

One of the most important things you can do as a cannabis enthusiast in Illinois is to know the details of our marijuana laws. That’s why we compiled this list of frequently asked questions we get in our Illinois marijuana dispensaries.


Is marijuana legal in Illinois?

Yes! Recreational marijuana is legal for both residents and non-residents as long as they meet Illinois’s legal requirements.


Is marijuana legal in Chicago?

Yes, recreational and medical marijuana are legal in the entire state of Illinois.


Are edibles legal in Illinois?

Yes! Residents can buy and possess up to 500 milligrams of THC-infused products, including edibles and tinctures. For non-residents of Illinois, the amount is half at 250 milligrams.


Does Illinois accept out-of-state medical marijuana cards?

Illinois doesn’t accept out-of-state medical marijuana cards. Only the Illinois Department of Public Health Division of Medical Cannabis issues valid registry identification cards to Illinois residents.


How old do you have to be to purchase and possess marijuana in Illinois?

Recreational customers must be at least 21 years old to purchase cannabis in Illinois.


Who can sell marijuana legally in Illinois?

Only state-licensed marijuana dispensaries are allowed to sell recreational marijuana in Illinois.


How many Illinois dispensaries can I visit in a day? 

There is no limit to the number of dispensaries you can visit in a day, but you will not be able to purchase more than the legal daily limit.


Where can recreational marijuana be purchased in Illinois?

Marijuana can only be purchased at a state-licensed marijuana dispensary.


Can Illinois visitors purchase recreational marijuana?

Visitors to Illinois may legally purchase marijuana; however, it is against federal law to transport marijuana across state lines.