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Arizona’s Cannabis and Hemp Laws
Medical
Yes (as of 2010 under Prop. 203)
Legal Personal Possession Weight
The legal personal possession for qualifying medical marijuana patients is 2.5-ounces of dried cannabis flower.
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Recreational
No, however, voters will get another chance to make cannabis recreationally legal in the November 2020 elections.
Legal Personal Possession Weight
Without a medical marijuana license, all possession amounts of cannabis are considered felonies.
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Grow Your Own
Yes; however, you must be a registered medical marijuana patient.
Plant Count
No more than 12 cannabis plants that are at least 25-miles from a licensed medical marijuana dispensary.
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Is Caregiving Allowed
Yes; however, caregivers must be picked by a qualifying medical marijuana patient. There isn’t a specific license for caregiving in Arizona.
Plant Count
Caregivers are allowed to grow up to 12 cannabis plants per qualifying medical marijuana patient.
Weight
Caregivers are allowed to possess 2.5-ounces of dried cannabis flower per qualifying medical marijuana patient.
License Cost
The cost of a medical marijuana card is $150; however, SNAP members may receive medical marijuana cards for $75.
Apply here for a medical marijuana card:
https://medicalmarijuana.azdhs.gov/PatientApp.aspx
Which Organization Manages Licenses?
The Arizona Department of Health Services
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Vertical or Horizontal Cannabis License for Business
Which Organization Manages Licenses?
https://www.azdhs.gov/licensing/medical-marijuana/index.php
Total Cannabis License Cost
The total cost of a cannabis license is currently up to $5,000.
Click here for instructions to apply for a Dispensary Approval to Operate certificate:
Dispensary License Cost
The total cost of a cannabis license is currently up to $5,000.
Click here for instructions to apply for a Dispensary Approval to Operate certificate:
Cultivation License Cost
The total cost of a cannabis license is currently up to $5,000.
The current laws explain that a dispensary license also allows you to cultivate cannabis.
Click here for instructions to apply for a Dispensary Approval to Operate certificate:
Transportation License Cost
Click here for instructions to apply for a Dispensary Approval to Operate certificate:
However, if you are working for a medical cannabis company, then you must apply for a Dispensary Agent application. Apply here:
https://azdhs.gov/licensing/medical-marijuana/index.php#dispensary-agent
Disposal License Cost
Currently, there isn’t a specific license for this; however, you will need to apply for a Dispensary Approval to Operate.
Lab Testing License Cost
If you wish to become a lab testing entity, then you must apply for a Lab Testing Agent.
Apply here:
https://www.azdhs.gov/licensing/medical-marijuana/index.php#labs
CBD or Hemp License/Program (Yes or No)
Which Organization Manage Licenses?
Arizona Department of Agriculture
Cultivation License
Click here for an Industrial Hemp Cultivation License:
This application must be completed before the 15th of each month. This license applies to growers, processors, transporters, and harvesters.
Retail License
A Retail License is the same as the Cultivation License:
This license allows you to sell, distribute, or transfer hemp-derived products.
Food License
Currently, there isn’t a specific Food License for hemp-derived products. However, this is considered a grey zone that may require a lawyer to ensure your safety.
FAQs
Where Can You Legally Consume Cannabis in Arizona?
You may consume cannabis legally if you hold a valid medical marijuana card and you consume cannabis within a private residence.
Driving Under the Influence
Driving under the influence of cannabis in Arizona is considered a serious offense. You will likely be taken to jail if you’re suspected of a cannabis-based DUI.
Can You Transport Marijuana in Arizona?
You may transport marijuana if you are a medical marijuana patient or you are a registered Dispensary Agent. However, if you are neither, carrying cannabis is considered a felony in Arizona.
Can You Export Marijuana from Arizona
Under no circumstances can you export medical marijuana from Arizona.
