Marijuana users still cannot purchase a gun in Virginia Although the recreational use of marijuana became legal in Virginia on July 1 and it is legal to possess a firearm, Virginians cannot do both. and last updated 2021-07-16 23:58:42-04 RICHMOND, Va. -- Although the recreational use of marijuana became legal in Virginia on July 1 and it is legal to possess a firearm, Virginians cannot do both. "If I smell it, I know that youâre using, itâs my decision not to sell it to you," said Gene Landry, owner of Old Town Silver Exchange in Henrico. Outside the pawnshop, there's a sign in front of the door that reads, 'if you smell of Marijuana or Alcohol, we will not sell you a firearm'.