HB 17-1220

HB 17-1220 is a Colorado law that limits how many marijuana plants can be grown at home to 16, unless local rules allow for more. If someone grows more than this limit, they could face fines or felony charges depending on the number of plants and if it's their first offense or not. This rule applies especially to medical marijuana patients who need to follow both state and local laws when growing more than the allowed amount. Since the bill has been signed into law, these rules are now in effect across Colorado.

Official Summary

The bill places a cap on the number of plants that can be possessed or grown on a residential property at 16 plants unless a local jurisdiction permits possessing or growing more than 16 plants. The criminal penalties for violating the cultivation limit are: A level 1 drug petty offense for a first offense if the offense involves more than twelve plants, punishable by a fine of up to one thousand dollars; A level 4 drug felony for a second or subsequent offense if the offense involves more than twelve but not more than thirty plants; or A level 3 drug felony for a second or subsequent offense if the offense involves more than thirty plants. A medical marijuana patient or primary caregiver who cultivates more than 16 plants must cultivate the plants in compliance with applicable city, county, or city and county law. The bill requires a patient or primary caregiver cultivating medical marijuana to comply with all local laws, regulations, and zoning requirements. (Note: This summary applies to the reengrossed version of this bill as introduced in the second house.)

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