Why illegal cannabis dispensaries call transactions ‘donations’ Have you ever wondered why unlicensed cannabis dispensaries call transactions 'donations?' Or why your purchase may come with a ‘gift?’ Well, there's actually a pretty simple explanation. By the dispenser calling it a donation, or saying they’re gifting cannabis, they’re able to circumvent the … [Read more...] about Unlicensed Dispensary Donations
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Benefits of Buying from a Dispensary
Photo by Mike Von What are the benefits of buying cannabis from a dispensary Cannabis is now legal in many states across the country with its popularity growing amongst consumers nationwide. In the past, many consumers purchased their cannabis from "the guy around the corner." But now with growing legalization, dispensaries are surfacing all over states with legal … [Read more...] about Benefits of Buying from a Dispensary
Can Felons Have a Dispensary
Can I Have A Dispensary If I'm a Convicted Felon? If you have a criminal record, you may be wondering if you're still eligible to open a dispensary? While having a felony conviction does limit your options, felons who were convicted of a cannabis-related crime are still allowed to obtain licenses to open dispensaries. In most states, they even have first … [Read more...] about Can Felons Have a Dispensary
How Dispensaries Get Cannabis
Image by wosunan The Process of Getting Cannabis into the Stores As a consumer, you might be wondering how dispensaries get cannabis into their stores? The answer might surprise you since it’s not as simple as just growing and selling the product. Dispensaries have to go through a rigorous process to ensure that the products they stock on their shelves are safe … [Read more...] about How Dispensaries Get Cannabis
CAURD Applicant: Britni Tantalo of Flower City Dispensary
Social equity in cannabis refers to efforts made during the legalization process that attempt to restore economic benefits to communities that have been historically disadvantaged by over-policing. Several states that have legalized cannabis for adult-use have instituted some form of a social equity program, which typically allows people with cannabis convictions to have … [Read more...] about CAURD Applicant: Britni Tantalo of Flower City Dispensary