In 2012, 63% of Massachusetts voters approved Question 3, making MA the 18th state to enact a medical marijuana program. Due to delays in the application and licensing process, it took nearly 3 years for the first dispensary to open.
Who Oversees the MA Medical Marijuana Program?
The Department of Health Services Department of Cannabis Control Commission is tasked with overseeing the medical marijuana program in Massachusetts. In 2015, the Department opened up their application process for non-profit organizations that wish to apply for a Certificate of Registration to operate a Registered Marijuana Marijuana Dispensary (“RMD”) in Massachusetts.
Massachusetts Medical Sale Restrictions
The regulation of marijuana sales has defined purchase limitations for consumers. These limitations are outlined in the Massachusetts Dispensary Standard Operating Procedures. We also have and online course available MA Usable Marijuana Weight and Concentrate Limits.
Every business needs standard operating procedures to succeed and operate in a compliant manner. We have the following Massachusetts specific marijuana SOPs:
