Marijuana Dispensaries in Palmdale

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Are there Marijuana Dispensaries in Palmdale?

No. According to Chapter 5.05 of the Palmdale Municipal Code, marijuana dispensaries are prohibited in the city. Palmdale government can ban commercial operations of marijuana establishments in its jurisdiction pursuant to Proposition 64 which legalized adult use marijuana in the State of California. A violation of this law is punishable as outlined under Title 1 of the Palmdale Municipal Code.

Are there Medical Marijuana Dispensaries in Palmdale?

No. Pursuant to Section 5.05.030 of the Palmdale Code, it is unlawful for any individual or entity to own, manage, or operate a commercial cannabis establishment in the city. Therefore, no medical marijuana dispensaries may operate in Palmdale.

Can You Buy Cannabis from Online Weed Dispensaries in Palmdale?

No. You cannot yet legally buy cannabis online in Palmdale as the city government bans establishing marijuana dispensaries and deliveries within its borders.

Visiting a Dispensary in Palmdale

There are no approved cannabis dispensaries in Palmdale. Hence, you cannot yet purchase weed legally in the city.

Palmdale Dispensary Laws

Cannabis dispensaries are illegal in Palmdale; hence, there are currently no dispensary laws in the city.

Recreational Laws in Palmdale

Palmdale’s recreational cannabis laws are obtained from the California MAUCRSA. These laws include:

  • Possession of up to 28.5 grams of cannabis flower or 8 grams of cannabis concentrate is lawful for Palmdale residents aged 21 or older

  • Adults older than 21 may cultivate up to six cannabis plants per residence for personal use

  • Commercial cannabis establishments are banned in the city

  • Outdoor cannabis cultivation is unlawful in Palmdale

  • Adult Palmdale residents may give away up to 28.5 grams of cannabis flower, or 8 grams of cannabis concentrates if no form of compensation is accepted, and the recipients are also at least aged 21

  • It is prohibited to use marijuana in public

  • It is forbidden to use marijuana within 1,000 feet of a childcare facility or school

  • The distribution or sale of cannabis to minors is prohibited

  • It is unlawful to transport marijuana over state lines

  • Cannabis use on federally owned lands and buildings is illegal

  • Driving under the influence of cannabis is not permitted and may result in a DUI

Medical Cannabis Laws in Palmdale

Palmdale's medical cannabis laws are based on the California MAUCRSA (Medicinal and Adult-Use Cannabis Regulation and Safety Act). The MAUCRSA permits Palmdale residents over 18 to enroll in the Medicinal Marijuana Identification Card Program (MMICP). Residents under 18 who seek to register under the MMICP are required to designate primary caregivers to assist with administering medicinal marijuana.

Medical marijuana users in Palmdale may possess up to 226.8 grams of cannabis and cultivate up to six plants indoors. It is illegal to grow cannabis plants outdoors, even for medicinal marijuana use. Additionally, the City of Palmdale bans the establishment of medical marijuana dispensaries and delivery services.

How to Get a Medical Marijuana Card in Palmdale?

To be eligible to obtain a medical marijuana (MMJ) card in Palmdale, you must be aged 18, live in the City of Palmdale, and be certified to have one or more approved medical conditions. These health conditions include AIDS, anorexia, cancer, cachexia, migraine, seizures, and glaucoma.

Applications for an MMJ card in Palmdale can only be completed by mail or at a scheduled appointment at the Los Angeles County Department of Public Health (LADPH). You must schedule an appointment with the LADPH by calling the Department (866) 621-2204.

At your application appointment, the following will be required:

  • Completed CDPH 9042 form

  • Completed Physician Attestation

  • Completed Acknowledgment form

  • Completed CDPH 9044 form

  • Valid government-issued photo ID

  • Proof of residence in Palmdale

  • A $100 application fee or a $50 application fee if you are a beneficiary of the Los Angeles Medical Service Program (CMSP) or a Medi-Cal beneficiary. You may make the application fee payment using a money order or cashier's check made out to the "County of Los Angeles." Note that the original CMSP or Medi-Cal card will be required if applying as a CMSP OR Medi-Cal beneficiary

If you intend to submit your application by mail, you must include a recent passport-sized color photo taken in the last month in the application. Otherwise, a LADPH staff will take your photograph at the appointment. To submit your application by mail, send it to:

Attention: Medical Marijuana Program

Environmental Health Headquarters

5050 Commerce Drive

Baldwin Park, CA 91706

The LADPH may also schedule your appointment to either of its locations at:

Baldwin Park

5050 Commerce Dr.

Baldwin Park, CA 91706

OR

9800 S. La Cienega Blvd

#850

Inglewood, CA 90301

It may take 4-6 weeks for your MMJ card to be ready. An LADPH officer will contact you when your card is ready for pickup. The card may also be sent to your address listed on the application if you include a return envelope in the application.

Where is it Legal to Consume Cannabis in Palmdale?

Palmdale allows cannabis use on privately owned properties. Cannabis consumption is unlawful in public locations. Hence, consuming cannabis in parks, sidewalks, and business and residential areas is illegal. Before consuming cannabis on rented properties, you must obtain permission from your property manager or landlord. It is also unlawful to consume cannabis while riding in a vehicle as a passenger or in your own vehicle.

How to Buy Cannabis at a Palmdale Dispensary

There are no legal ways to buy cannabis in Palmdale as the operations of cannabis dispensaries are banned in the city.

The Average Price in Palmdale

Palmdale does not permit cannabis sales within its borders.

Most Popular Strains in Palmdale

The sale of cannabis strains and products is prohibited in Palmdale.

Can You Smoke in Public in Palmdale?

No. Smoking cannabis in public is prohibited in Palmdale, even if you have a medical marijuana license. Although cannabis smoking is legal on private properties in the city, you can only smoke in a location where smoking tobacco products is not prohibited. Landlords and property owners are authorized under the law to prohibit the use and possession of marijuana and marijuana products on their properties.

How Much Marijuana Can You Possess at Once in Palmdale?

Adults over 21 can possess up to 28.5 grams of marijuana and 8 grams of cannabis concentrate. Palmdale adults may also cultivate up to six living marijuana plants indoors. Adults between 18 and 20 may legally acquire and possess up to 8 ounces of marijuana and 6 mature or 12 immature cannabis plants with a physician's recommendation and a medical marijuana license. If you possess cannabis in excess of the legal limit, you may be charged with a misdemeanor and penalized with up to 6 months in county prison, a $500 fine, or both.

Can I Ship Cannabis in Palmdale?

No. Transporting cannabis across state lines into Palmdale is illegal under federal law since cannabis is still classified as a Schedule I Substance under the federal Controlled Substance Act (CSA). However, you may transport marijuana from one California city into Palmdale, as long as the substance or product is locked in a container sealed and secured in a vehicle’s trunk.

Can I Order Cannabis Online in Palmdale?

No. You cannot order weed online, as both recreational and medical cannabis dispensaries are illegal in Palmdale.

Are there 24-hour Dispensaries in Palmdale?

No. There are currently no approved weed dispensaries in Palmdale.

Can Tourists Use Dispensaries in Palmdale?

Tourists cannot use weed dispensaries in Palmdale as the city bans the operations of cannabis dispensaries.

Do You Need ID for Dispensary in Palmdale?

Currently, it is illegal to purchase weed within Palmdale, as marijuana dispensaries are illegal in the city.

Best Dispensaries in Palmdale

Palmdale prohibits the operations of marijuana dispensaries within its jurisdiction.

Do Dispensaries Scan your ID in Palmdale?

The City of Palmdale has not approved any dispensary to operate in the city.

How Many Dispensaries are in Palmdale?

There are no approved marijuana dispensaries in the City of Palmdale.

Can Dispensaries in Palmdale Take Credit Cards?

Dispensaries are not yet allowed to operate within the borders of Palmdale.

How Many Dispensaries Can You Visit in One Day?

You cannot yet visit a dispensary in Palmdale, as cannabis dispensaries are banned in the city.

Do Dispensaries in Palmdale Take Health Insurance?

There are no authorized cannabis dispensaries in the City of Palmdale.

Do Dispensaries in Palmdale Track How Much Weed You Buy?

With no authorized weed dispensaries in the City of Palmdale, you cannot yet legally purchase marijuana in the city.

Can You Enter a Dispensary in Palmdale at Age 18?

Palmdale has no approved weed dispensary per the city ordinance.

Where Can I Find the Palmdale Cannabis Regulator’s Contact Information?

The City of Palmdale does not have a designated cannabis administrator. However, for information on cannabis regulations and operations in the city, you may contact the Palmdale Manager or the Palmdale Code Enforcement. You can find the contact information of the Palmdale Manager on the Palmdale Government website.

How Do I Report Illegal Cannabis Activities in Palmdale?

You may report illegal cannabis operations in Palmdale by calling the Sheriff's Department at (661) 272-2400 or the Palmdale City Code Enforcement at (661) 267-5234. You may also file a complaint to the California DCC (Department of Cannabis Control).