Must Know Facts: Arizona Recreational Marijuana
On November 30, 2020, Arizona voters passed Proposition 207 (“Prop 207”), a statewide ballot initiative that legalized the sale, possession, and use of marijuana for adults aged 21+.
State-licensed dispensaries began selling recreational (adult-use) marijuana in January 2021. Adults in Arizona can purchase cannabis from any of the 160+ state-licensed dispensaries, also known as cannabis retail stores. Dispensaries are dispersed throughout Arizona, but a majority of dispensaries are in areas with larger populations such as Phoenix, Tucson, Flagstaff, Prescott and Sedona.
Things You Need To Know
Adults aged 21+ can purchase and possess up to 1 ounce (about 28 grams) of cannabis per day (“daily allotment”), with no more than 5 grams being concentrates (extracts).
Adults aged 21+ can purchase from multiple dispensaries daily.
Adults aged 21+ visiting Arizona from another state or country can purchase, possess and use marijuana from dispensaries.
Personal home cultivation is limited to 6 cannabis plants per individual’s primary residence and 12 plants at a residence where two or more persons 21+ reside.
Marijuana use is illegal in public places, however it is only a petty offense for any offenders.
A 16% excise tax is imposed on recreational marijuana sold at dispensaries. Medical marijuana cardholders do not have to pay the 16% excise tax, and can also purchase more cannabis than recreational marijuana consumers.
Possessing more than one ounce but less than 2.5 ounces is a petty offense. Minors caught with less than one ounce receive up to a $100 fine and four hours of drug counseling for a first offense. A second offense is up to a $100 fine and eight hours of drug counseling. A third offense is a Class 1 misdemeanor. Certain cannabis convictions in Arizona can be expunged.
Recreational marijuana delivery services can begin operating in January 2025.
Arizona authorities can’t prosecute motorists in Arizona for driving under the influence (DUI) of marijuana unless the driver is impaired at the time of the stop.
Arizona authorities can’t perform a warrantless search if they smell marijuana in your home or vehicle.
Like with alcohol, employers can prohibit employees from using marijuana while working.
All dispensaries accept cash. Some dispensaries accept credit cards and debit cards.
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