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Tell your Virginia legislators to legalize cannabis retail for adults 21+

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Know your rights >>

Remember, consuming or sharing cannabis in public is still illegal in Virginia.

What is legal >>

✓ Possession for personal use by adults 21+ at their residence
✓ Public possession by adults 21+ of up to one ounce
✓ Personal cultivation of up to 4 plants per household by adults 21+ at their primary residence
✓ Adult-sharing of up to one ounce in private without remuneration

What is NOT legal >>

X Possession with intent to distribute
X Public consumption
X Public possession over 1 ounce
X Possession or consumption by anyone under 21
X Possession on school grounds or school bus
X Consumption in a motor vehicle while being driven (passenger or driver)
X Open container in a vehicle
X Sharing or offering cannabis in public
X Selling or purchasing cannabis or cannabis products outside of the medical program
X Selling or purchasing cannabis seeds
X Gifting schemes (gift with purchase, public giveaway events, paid entry consumption events)

Get certified for medical cannabis >>

Find your local Cannabist dispensary >>

When you step foot into a Cannabist medical dispensary, you can expect an uncomplicated shopping experience, even if you aren’t sure where to start. Our pharmacists are here if you have any questions and are passionate about creating a space where all are welcome and only the best products are on the shelves. We hope you love shopping with us so much that you’ll keep coming back because now you’re part of the Cannabist family.

New patients: use the code SITW15 at any of our Cannabist locations for a one-time only 15% discount! Offer valid until May 31, 2023.

Visit us online to check out our locations. Medical cannabis is for certified patients only. Must be 18+ to view.