Question 1

Is marijuana legal in Washington?

Accepted Answer

At this time, medical and recreational marijuana are legal in the state of Washington. In 1998, Initiative 692 (I-692) was passed by state voters, effectively legalizing medical marijuana in the state. As a result, registered medical marijuana patients as well as designated caregivers are able to legally possess and/or consume various quantities of marijuana products.In 2010, the state legislature approved the bill SB 5798. This bill legally authorized healthcare professionals other than doctors to legally recommend medical marijuana to their patients. In 2012, Washington state voters approved Initiative 502, legalizing recreational marijuana in the state. The passage of this initiative was groundbreaking, making the state one of the first in the nation to legalize marijuana. It wasn&rsquo;t until July of 2014 that recreational marijuana was officially sold in the Pacific Northwestern state.

Question 2

Where can I buy marijuana in Washington?

Accepted Answer

In Washington state, you can buy marijuana at any licensed dispensary or pot shop if you are at least 21 years old, a registered medical marijuana patient, or a designated caregiver. A wide variety of marijuana infused products and even marijuana clones are sold at numerous dispensaries.

Question 3

How much marijuana can I buy in Washington?

Accepted Answer

Each day, recreational consumers at least 21 years old can legally buy a combination of any of these products from a licensed marijuana dispensary or shop:Usable marijuana in flower/bud form (up to 1 ounce or 28.35 grams)Marijuana products in solid form (up to 16 ounces or 453.59 grams)Marijuana products in liquid form (up to 72-ounces or 2.13 liters) or marijuana concentrates (up to 7 grams)State registered medical marijuana patients and designated caregivers can purchase and possess larger quantities of marijuana products than recreational users can. Medical marijuana patients and designated caregivers can legally purchase and possess any combination of these items free of sales tax as long as they visit a licensed marijuana shop and bring along a medical endorsement from their recommending medical professionals:Usable marijuana in flower/bud form (up to 3 ounces or 85 grams)Marijuana products in solid form (up to 48 ounces or 1.36 kilograms)Marijuana products in liquid form (up to 216 ounces or 6.4 liters) or marijuana concentrates (up to 21 grams)

Question 4

Can I get weed delivered to me in Washington?

Accepted Answer

As of now, the state has made it clear that it&rsquo;s illegal for marijuana to be delivered to Washington residents. Recently, the state did take a step in the right direction regarding marijuana deliveries. In 2018, the Washington State Legislature considered authorizing licensed marijuana retailers to provide home delivery services to both registered medical marijuana patients and designated caregivers.Unfortunately, this particular measure (House Bill 2574) has not yet been put into law. Instead, the bill resulted in the adoption of a provision in the 2018 Supplemental Operating Budget, which directed the Washington State Liquor and Cannabis Board (WSLCB) to effectively study marijuana delivery services and choices for a system responsible for managing home deliveries. Since 2018, the WSLCB has been analyzing and trying to understand the ups and downs of other marijuana delivery systems in various states and jurisdictions.At this time, many Washington state companies deliver marijuana products to consumers aged 21 and above. However, this is in the legal &ldquo;gray area&rdquo; and is a risk for those who utilize these services. Stay tuned to find out when Washington State Legislature will officially put a marijuana home delivery law into place.

Question 5

How much marijuana can I possess in Washington?

Accepted Answer

Although medical and recreational marijuana are both legal in Washington, medical marijuana patients can possess larger quantities of marijuana products than recreational users. Currently, medical marijuana patients and designated caregivers can possess these amounts on any given day:Usable marijuana in flower/bud form (up to 3 ounces or 85 grams)Marijuana products in solid form (up to 48 ounces or 1.36 kilograms)Marijuana products in liquid form (up to 216 ounces or 6.4 liters) or marijuana concentrates (up to 21 grams)Recreational marijuana users can possess up to these amounts of products on any given day:Usable marijuana in flower/bud form (up to 1 ounce or 28.35 grams)Marijuana products in solid form (up to 16 ounces or 453.59 grams)Marijuana products in liquid form (up to 72-ounces or 2.13 liters) or marijuana concentrates (up to 7 grams)

Question 6

What are the marijuana laws in Seattle, Washington?

Accepted Answer

In Seattle, as long as you&rsquo;re at least 21 years old, you can legally purchase, possess and consume recreational marijuana products, but not in public places or in vehicles. Likewise, medical marijuana patients or registered caregivers can also purchase, possess, and consume marijuana products in Seattle.

Question 7

How do I get a medical marijuana card in Washington?

Accepted Answer

In order to apply for and receive a state-registered medical marijuana card, individuals must have a qualifying medical condition and receive a recommendation from a licensed medical professional. Several qualifying medical conditions from the state&rsquo;s list include (but aren&rsquo;t limited to): cancer, anorexia, Crohn's's Disease, epilepsy and seizure disorders, HIV/AIDS, Multiple Sclerosis, nausea, and PTSD.To obtain a medical marijuana card in Washington, the following steps must be taken:1. Washington residents who have received a diagnosis of living with any of the state&rsquo;s qualifying medical conditions should obtain a medical marijuana authorization formThis form will come from a healthcare practitioner who has the right to recommend marijuana to patients for strictly medicinal purposesIn Washington state, a variety of medical professionals other than doctors can legally assess patients and give them a legal medical marijuana recommendation2. The medical marijuana authorization form can only be filled out by a healthcare practitionerThis must be done at a time when a patient and/or designated caregiver is present3. It&rsquo;s mandatory for qualifying medical patients to register with the state&rsquo;s medical marijuana authorization databaseTo register, medical patients and/or caregivers must call a medically endorsed establishment in the state of Washington and book an appointment with a certified consultant in order to move forwardIt&rsquo;s required for all patients and/or caregivers to bring along their original medical marijuana authorization form and a form of identificationsuch as a driver&rsquo;s license or state IDOnce the authorization form contains all necessary information, the certified Washington consultant will plug in the patients&rsquo; and/or caregivers&rsquo; details into the state&rsquo;s database4. After qualifying medical marijuana patients are successfully registered in the state&rsquo;s database, the next step is to visit a medically endorsed marijuana retailer or business in order to receive their official cardOnce state medical marijuana cards are created, qualifying patients must pay a fee

Question 8

Can I drive with marijuana in my car in Washington?

Accepted Answer

Yes, if you are a registered medical marijuana patient, designated caregiver, or recreational marijuana user at least 21 years old. However, all marijuana products must be placed within a sealed container and put in a vehicle&rsquo;s trunk or another space that is out of reach of the driver. Also, it&rsquo;s illegal to drive with any open packages or containers of marijuana products.

Question 9

Are out-of-state medical marijuana cards accepted in Washington?

Accepted Answer

At this time, Washington doesn&rsquo;t have a reciprocity program in place for out-of-state medical marijuana cardholders. On the plus side, recreational marijuana is legal in Washington, so anyone at least 21 years old can purchase whichever marijuana products they need.

Question 10

Is It legal to smoke weed in Washington?

Accepted Answer

Yes, it&rsquo;s legal to smoke weed in Washington if you&rsquo;re a registered medical marijuana patient or recreational consumer at least 21 years old. However, marijuana consumption must take place on private property such as an individual'shome or the home of a friend or relative.

Question 11

Can the passenger of a vehicle smoke marijuana in Washington?

Accepted Answer

No, they cannot. It&rsquo;s strictly illegal for any marijuana consumption to take place in a parked or moving vehicle. Even if the passenger of a vehicle is a medical marijuana patient, it&rsquo;s against the law to smoke marijuana in any vehicle.

Question 12

Can I drive while high in Washington?

Accepted Answer

In Washington, it&rsquo;s strictly illegal to drive while under the influence of any substance, including marijuana. According to Washington state law, it&rsquo;s illegal to drive with 5 nanograms/milliliters of THC or more in your blood if you&rsquo;re at least 21 years old. Whereas, if you&rsquo;re younger than 21 it&rsquo;s illegal to drive with any amount of THC in your blood.Blood tests are executed at police stations or medical facilities, and a licensed professional draws an individuals&rsquo; blood. This is definitely not a situation anyone wants to be in, so it&rsquo;s advised to opt for a ride-sharing method like Uber, Lyft, or a taxi if you feel even slightly impaired. Washington state legislators recommend individuals to wait at least five hours after they consumed a marijuana product before deciding to drive a vehicle.

Question 13

Is there a legal limit for marijuana impairment while driving in Washington?

Accepted Answer

Yes, there is. Washington law clearly states that it&rsquo;s illegal to drive with 5 nanograms/milliliters of THC or more in your blood if you&rsquo;re at least 21 years old. But, if you&rsquo;re younger than 21, it&rsquo;s illegal to drive with any amount of THC in your blood. Overall, though, driving while high is against the law no matter what age you are, and it&rsquo;s not worth it.

Question 14

Can I smoke marijuana in my hotel room in Washington?

Accepted Answer

Possibly, but it depends on the hotel you stay at and their specific policies. Some hotels are marijuana-friendly, so they may allow you to smoke marijuana in designated rooms or outdoor areas. However, it&rsquo;s highly recommended to check with the hotel you will stay at before lighting up in your room.

Question 15

Can I smoke marijuana in my Airbnb?

Accepted Answer

Smoking marijuana in your Airbnbdepends on yourhost and their specific guidelines that guests must follow. In Washington state, there are some Airbnb hosts that allow guests to consume marijuana on their property. However,this doesn&rsquo;t apply to all Airbnbs. Therefore, we suggest reaching out to your Airbnb host beforehand to see if they allow guests to consume marijuana while staying at their place.

Question 16

Can I smoke marijuana on the beach in Washington?

Accepted Answer

If the beach is a state or national beach, then no. Since marijuana is a federally illegal substance, it cannot be consumed on any state or national premises including beaches, parks, visitor centers, recreation areas, etc. Overall, though, it&rsquo;s illegal to consume marijuana products in the view of the public. Thus, it&rsquo;s advised to opt-out of smoking marijuana on a beach in Washington because it&rsquo;s a public place, but we encourage you to do your own research beforehand.

Question 17

Are there legal businesses where I can smoke marijuana in Washington?

Accepted Answer

At this time, no. Individuals can smoke marijuana on their own private property or on the property of a friend or family member. It&rsquo;s essential for marijuana consumption to take place away from the general public so they cannot see or smell it. Although Washington is considering a policy that would allow marijuana smoking at private clubs in the state, this has not become a law yet.

Question 18

Can I take home the marijuana I bought in Washington?

Accepted Answer

Yes, if you are a Washington resident at least 21 years old, a registered medical marijuana patient, or a designated caregiver. However, it&rsquo;s illegal to take marijuana products that were purchased in Washington across state lines. This is against the law, and if caught, individuals could face hefty fines or even jail time since marijuana is a Schedule I federal substance.

Question 19

Can I grow marijuana in Washington?

Accepted Answer

Yes you can as long as you&rsquo;re a registered medical marijuana patient or designated caregiver. At this time, marijuana cultivation for personal usage by recreational consumers is illegal. Fortunately, though, medical marijuana patients can grow up to 6 plants, and they can possess up to 8 ounces of usable marijuana in their home.Additionally, a licensed healthcare practitioner has the right to give patients clearance to cultivate up to 15 plants or possess up to 16 ounces of usable marijuana generated from their plants.

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