There are several things to consider when you determine you want to open a medical marijuana dispensary. First off the state you are interested in must have a medical marijuana program. Most state have a RFA or RFP application process. This process normally requires a detailed business plan, an inventory control plan, a security plan, a product testing plan, a patient education or protection plan, security plan among others. Most often you will need to consult with a marijuana dispensary dispensary license consultant in order to navigate the application process.
Most lawyers are good at the legal aspects but might not be the best at developing business plans. So it's important to create a team of proposal writers, chief editor, CPA, lawyer and an acting head director of the non-profit corporation required in all states. I have found one site that offers all the plans required and allows you to preview acceptable plans at dispensarypermits.com. There are other sites that offer inventory tracking software and some bundling vending machines but for a comprehensive plan it's best to consult a specialist.
Some areas like Southern California are slow to develop an application process for dispensaries and tend to be rather ad-hoc in the method one might use to open a dispensary or collective. Again consult with an expert in the field.
Building a team and selecting real estate for a proposed dispensary may be the hardest tasks so start early. Some states require $500,000 in escrow as proof you have the capital to enact your business plan. Most states grade your plan against the other applications so it's very important to develop the best plan possible because the opportunity is often limited as to the number of dispensaries or cultivation licenses they plan on allowing. Some useful search terms for finding more info during research may be:
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It depends on the state. In California, you can. In Arizona, you have to be a resident for at least 3 years to be issued a dispensary license. It varies per state.
http://www.oaksterdamuniversity.com/ Oaksterdam has a few classes on how to open a dispensary, I assume you're living in California, if not, you need to be more specific on what and where you mean.
Yes.
LA Medical Delivery is the closest marijuana dispensary to the 90308 zip code. However, there are over 35 marijuana dispensaries within 15 miles of 90308.
By applying.
At a dispensary or the black market.
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It depends on local legislation.
Enter, yes. Buy from, no.
California passed a prop to allow medicinal marijuana to be distributed by a doctors consent. Meaning, it can be legally prescribed for pain, depression etc. This medicinal marijuana must be purchased and distributed from a legal and licensed"Dispensary". *Although at any time the federal government wants they can swoop in and bust your @$$ just like that,, even with a 420 card and md recommendation.
you can open it anywhere in California.
Georgia has not legalized marijuana, and there is currently no initiative to. Currently, it is only legalized for medicinal purposes - if a doctor prescribes you medicinal marijuana.