In 2021, New Jersey legalized and decriminalized cannabis. This came after advocates called for attention to the damage done by prohibition.
Today, anyone over the age of 21 in the state can buy and consume cannabis. Ready to hit the shop? Here’s what to know.
Know the State Laws on Recreational Cannabis
According to the state, you need to abide by a few laws to buy and possess cannabis legally. For example, New Jersey residents can possess up to a certain amount of different product types. An individual may have:
- (1) ounce of dried flower (or 28.35 grams)
- (4) grams of solid cannabis concentrates or resin
- (4) grams of vaporized formulations (oil); or
- 1000 mg of multiple ingestible cannabis-infused products
You may also buy a combination of products. For example, you could buy a ½ ounce of dried flower and 2 grams of concentrates.
Products legally sold at dispensaries include:
- Dried flower
- Concentrated oils
- Resin
- Vape formulas
- Tinctures
- Topicals
- Syringes
- Lozenges
- Soft chews
- Shelf-stable food products
Keep in mind that availability will vary based on the dispensary.
Benefits of Visiting a New Jersey Dispensary
When you step into a dispensary, you can bring your questions and passion for the plant. Dispensaries – and especially our A21 Wellness team – encourage conversations around wellness. Store associates want to help you find what’s perfect for you.
Whether it’s your first trip or your 10th, a dispensary visit should excite you about your purchases and the experiences ahead.
Dispensaries also offer convenience and quality assurance. And supporting your local shop helps support the products that make people feel good. It’s a win-win.
You have a voice, and your budtenders are happy to hear your questions and offer suggestions.
What to Bring to the Dispensary
Coming prepared to the dispensary is the best way to have a smooth experience. Here’s what to have with you on your way in:
- Government-Issued ID: At all New Jersey dispensaries, you need to show your ID to verify your age and identity. You can use a driver’s license, a non-driver ID, or a passport. It just needs to be issued by the state government.
- Cash or a Debit Card: Even though cannabis is legal in New Jersey, it remains a federally illegal substance. So, cannabis businesses struggle to get secure methods of banking. As a result, many dispensaries don’t accept credit cards. Some accept debit cards and even provide access to an ATM. Arriving with cash is a smart move.
- Questions: Your budtender is a resource. Don’t be afraid to ask questions and tap into their product knowledge. They’re trained to help everyone, from first-time visitors to cannabis connoisseurs.
- An Open Mind: Consider taking time before visiting the store to view the online menu. Our staff will be there to help you, of course. But getting to know the menu beforehand can help make the process of choosing products easier.
Discover a Unique Dispensary Experience
Experience the extraordinary at A21 Wellness, a recreational dispensary in Scotch Plains. We offer a hand-picked selection of high-quality strains, concentrates, and edibles.
We’re setting the standard for cannabis retail in New Jersey. Inside, you’ll find a smart tech experience that sets us apart.
Our shop features smell-and-see boxes to help you explore terpene profiles of different strains. You’re given the tools to take control of your shopping experience.
When you visit our dispensary, you’ll find an approach like no other – your wellness matters.
