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United States
North America
United States is located in North America. Travelers should be aware that cannabis is federally illegal even between legal states. Federal property = federal law. Review the laws below before your trip.
Cannabis is federally illegal even between legal states. Federal property = federal law.
Quick Overview
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Illegal
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Restricted
13
Legal
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Medications
Adderall/ADHD medsPrescription required
Xanax/BenzosPrescription required
CodeinePrescription required
AntibioticsPrescription required
Birth controlLegal
Plan BLegal OTC
MelatoninLegal OTC
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Substances
Cannabis/WeedFederally illegal
CBD oilLegal if <0.3% THC
Vaping/E-cigarettesLegal (21+)
CigarettesLegal (21+)
AlcoholLegal (21+)
Magic mushroomsSome cities decriminalized
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Items & Devices
Pocket knifeLegal (<4 inches)
Pepper sprayLegal (not on planes)
Stun gun/TaserVaries by state
Brass knucklesMostly illegal
DroneRegister if >250g
Dash camLegal
Radar detectorIllegal in VA & DC
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Activities
Drinking in publicMostly illegal
JaywalkingIllegal but often unenforced
Right turn on redLegal unless posted
TippingExpected 15-20%
Smoking in barsMostly banned
GamblingVaries by state
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Digital
VPN useLegal
TorrentingCopyright infringement
CryptocurrencyLegal (taxable)
Online gamblingVaries by state
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Definitely Illegal
Open container in carIllegal everywhere
Kinder EggsBanned (choking hazard)
Cuban cigarsLegal now (2016+)
Drinking under 21No exceptions
Quick Overview
8
Illegal
13
Restricted
13
Legal
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Disclaimer: This information is compiled from public sources and may not reflect the most recent legal changes. Laws can change rapidly and enforcement varies. Always verify current regulations with official government sources or legal counsel before traveling. IsItLegalHere is not a substitute for professional legal advice.