With the legalization of marijuana for medical purposes in many states, more and more people are visiting medical marijuana dispensaries every year. What should you know before making your first trip to the dispensary? Here is your guide to preparing for that first visit:
Bring Your Identification
No matter what you’re buying, regardless of your medical marijuana status, you will need identification to even get past the front door in most dispensaries. Always bring your license or passport – or other acceptable form of identification – to get the quick and hassle-free service you need.
Use the Right Door
Yes, you read that right. Many medical marijuana dispensaries have both a recreational and a medical entrance. This helps the people who work inside – known as budtenders – to help you quicker. Bring your medical information or medical marijuana card with you and look for the signage to tell you which entrance to come through.
Know Your Limits – In Every Sense
When purchasing marijuana products, it’s important to remember that there are consumption limits. No matter how you’re consuming the product – and regardless of whether it’s by medical dose or some other measurement – there are limits to how much cannabis product you should use at one time. When using products like edibles, this limit can be easy to go over. So, ask your doctor or do your research before shopping.
Likewise, many dispensaries have limits on how much product you can purchase at one time. If you bring a prescription, your limit will be assigned. If you do not, ask about these limits up front. That way, you won’t have an unpleasant surprise at the end of your shopping trip.
Relax!
Taking your first trip to a dispensary can be intimidating, but you don’t have to let it be. Ultimately, the staff at your Palm Springs marijuana dispensary will likely be more than happy to help you find what you need. Just be sure to come prepared with the items you’ll need for identification and relax – you’re in good hands!
