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Only 14 of over 70 D.C. unlicensed cannabis “gifting” shops have transitioned to the legal medical market by March 14, 2025, despite a 2023 opportunity. With a March 31, 2025 deadline looming, 19 licensed but unopened businesses and 15 pending applicants face closure if they…
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Did you know that the popular “gifting” shop model is no longer allowed under Washington, D.C. regulations? To find a legal medical cannabis provider or adult-use retailer, browse our maps of licensed dispensaries in D.C. and Maryland below:
We’re excited to announce the first edition of our new series, DMV’s Most Wanted, where we highlight the best legal weed products in the DMV, as nominated by our readers. The first edition focuses on the D.C. market, with nominations now open for Maryland (Virginia coming soon).
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