Rhode Island
Cannabis regulations, compliance details, and official links for Rhode Island.
Regulatory Agency
Cannabis Control Commission
Tracking System
METRC
Market Type
Adult-Use
Last Updated
Dec 5, 2025
Rhode Island Cannabis Regulations
Key regulatory details for cannabis operators in Rhode Island. Always confirm with official sources.
Seed-to-Sale System
Rhode Island uses METRC for seed-to-sale compliance tracking.
WebJoint METRC IntegrationMarket Type
Rhode Island has an adult-use (recreational) and medical cannabis program.
Delivery & Ecommerce Status
What You Need to Know About Rhode Island
Adult-use sales began December 2022
BioTrack for seed-to-sale tracking
Delivery allowed for licensed operators
Social equity licensing provisions
Official Sources
Rhode Island Cannabis Rules at a Glance
Detailed regulatory information for cannabis operators in Rhode Island.
Purchase Limits
Adults may store up to 10 oz at home.
Tax Rates
Combined up to 20%. Medical subject to 7% sales tax only.
Home Cultivation
Plant Limit
6 per household (3 mature, 3 immature)
Customer Requirements
21+
Min. Age
Required
State ID
Testing Requirements
Packaging & Labeling
License Types
Adult-Use Retailer
Retail to consumers 21+
Social Equity Retail License
For communities adversely affected by prohibition
Cannabis Cultivator
Cultivation of cannabis plants
Cannabis Product Manufacturer
Processing into products
Cannabis Wholesaler
Wholesale distribution
Testing Laboratory
Potency, contaminant, and safety testing
Operator Compliance Checklist for Rhode Island
Licensing
Obtain Cannabis Control Commission license
Sales
Verify customer age with valid ID
Enforce 1 oz per transaction limit
Reporting
Collect and remit all applicable taxes
10% excise + 7% sales + 3% local
Inventory
Submit all products for lab testing
How WebJoint Helps in Rhode Island
WebJoint integrates directly with METRC, the tracking system used in Rhode Island, to keep your operations compliant.
Rhode Island Cannabis FAQ
Common questions about cannabis regulations, compliance, and operating in Rhode Island.
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