Can You Smoke Weed in Public in Oklahoma?

  1. Oklahoma Cannabis
  2. Oklahoma Marijuana Laws
  3. Can You Smoke Weed in Public in Oklahoma?

Can You Smoke Weed in Oklahoma?

Yes. Smoking medical cannabis products is permitted in Oklahoma and is subject to the same state laws as smoking tobacco under Title 63 of the state's Statutes. The consumption of weed for recreational purposes is illegal in the state.

Can You Smoke Weed in Public in Oklahoma?

No. It is unlawful to smoke weed in public in Oklahoma, even for patients enrolled in the state's Medical Marijuana Program. The smell that emanates from smoking weed is usually treated as a public nuisance in the state. Also, passengers are prohibited from smoking weed in vehicles providing public transportation. Smoking in a private vehicle is also not allowed. Per Oklahoma law, it is illegal to smoke weed on all city property, including parks, buildings, vehicles, and other government facilities.

Can You Smoke Weed in a Vehicle in Oklahoma?

The consumption or smoking of marijuana in vehicles, whether commuting or parked, is a punishable offense under Oklahoma laws. Despite the legal status of medical cannabis in the state, smoking marijuana while operating a motor vehicle is unlawful. However, patients with state-issued medical cannabis licenses can drive with marijuana products in their vehicles. The products must be in sealed containers and kept out of sight or reach.

Who Can Smoke Marijuana in Oklahoma?

Only licensed medical marijuana patients can smoke cannabis in Oklahoma. The recreational use of weed remains illegal in the state.

Where Can You Legally Smoke Weed in Oklahoma?

Generally, it is legal and safe for a licensed medical cannabis patient to smoke marijuana in their private residence in Oklahoma. It is illegal to smoke cannabis on federal lands. While smoking weed is prohibited in public spaces and indoor workplaces, in the state, a few exceptions exist. Registered medical cannabis patients in Oklahoma can also legally smoke marijuana in the following spots:

  • Enclosed rooms where licensed charitable bingo games are played, provided consumption is within the operating hours of such establishments
  • Stand-alone bars
  • A restaurant's outdoor seating area. The seating area must not be within 15 feet of air intake of the restaurant or a public doorway
  • Any enclosed room in a workplace specifically designated by an employer for smoking
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