What curbside pickup means

Curbside cannabis pickup lets you order online and collect the order outside the store. You do not enter the sales floor. A staff member brings the bag to your vehicle or a designated spot. Rules differ by state, by license type, and by city.

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Check state and local rules first

Some states allow curbside pickup for medical cannabis only. Some allow it for adult-use customers age 21 and older. Some ban it. California, Colorado, and Massachusetts have allowed curbside under certain conditions. New York and several other states do not allow it for adult-use sales. Verify with your state cannabis regulator before you order. Store policy can be stricter than state law.

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Medical versus adult-use

Medical patients may need a valid state medical card and a matching photo ID. Adult-use customers need a government-issued photo ID that shows age 21 or older. Some states allow age 18 and older with a medical card. Curbside may be limited to medical patients in states with tighter rules.

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Order online before you arrive

Place the order through the dispensary website or phone line. Confirm the pickup location, the pickup window, and the order minimum. Some stores require prepayment. Some accept cash only at the curb. Ask about daily purchase limits. In many states, the limit is 1 ounce of flower for adult-use customers. Concentrates and edibles have separate limits.

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Bring ID and payment

Bring a government-issued photo ID. A staff member checks it at the curb. Have your payment ready. Cash works at most dispensaries. Debit cards work at some. Credit cards are rare in the cannabis industry. Keep your order confirmation number on hand.

At the pickup spot

Park in the marked curbside space. Stay in your vehicle unless staff directs you otherwise. Confirm your name and order number. Check the bag against the receipt before you drive away. Confirm product names, weights, and counts. Ask for a printed receipt if you do not get one.

After pickup

Keep cannabis in a sealed container. Do not open or consume it in the vehicle. Driving after cannabis use is illegal in all states. Store the product away from heat and direct sunlight. Check the label for THC content, batch number, and expiration date.