Recreational Marijuana in the District of Columbia

In November 2014, District voters approved the Legalization of Possession of Minimal Amounts of Marijuana for Personal Use Initiative (commonly known as Initiative 71). The new law became effective on February 26, 2015 and legalized the growth and possession of recreational marijuana in the District of Columbia for residents over the age of 21. The Comprehensive Legalization and Regulation Act of 2021 has proposed the taxation and sale of cannabis throughout the state.

Who Oversees the Recreational Marijuana Program in the District of Columbia?

The Alcoholic Beverage Regulation Administration will likely be appointed to oversee the recreational marijuana program in the District of Columbia. They currently oversee all aspects of the medical cannabis program and will likely adopt similar rules for the adult use program.

District of Columbia Medical Sale Restrictions

The regulation of marijuana sales has defined purchase limitations for consumers. These limitations are outlined in the District of Columbia Dispensary Standard Operating Procedures.

SOPs

Every business needs standard operating procedures to succeed and operate in a compliant manner. We have the following District of Columbia specific marijuana SOPs:

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