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Texas Public Cannabis Use (2026)

Restricted: Cannabis use in public is not allowed in Texas — there is no lawful recreational public consumption.

RestrictedVerified May 31, 2026

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Official source: dps.texas.gov →

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Public Cannabis Use in states bordering Texas

The same rule in each neighboring state LawLert has verified, from that state’s own official source.

ArkansasRestricted
Using cannabis in public is prohibited in Arkansas: you may not smoke medical cannabis in public, or anywhere tobacco is banned.
Verified May 31, 2026 · Source: dfa.arkansas.gov · Full Arkansas rule →
LouisianaRestricted
Using cannabis in public is prohibited in Louisiana for everyone, including medical patients.
Verified May 31, 2026 · Source: ldh.la.gov · Full Louisiana rule →
New MexicoRestricted
New Mexico does not permit cannabis use in public — consume it in private settings, away from public view.
Verified Oct 14, 2026 · Source: rld.nm.gov · Full New Mexico rule →
OklahomaConditional
Using cannabis in public is not allowed in Oklahoma, and medical use is restricted to private settings.
Verified May 31, 2026 · Source: oklahoma.gov · Full Oklahoma rule →

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