Amplify Dispensary in Columbus. (Photo by Megan Henry, Ohio Capital Journal.)
Recreational marijuana sales started Tuesday in Ohio — and with this major development comes a lot of questions. We break them down with the help of some legal experts, industry professionals and politicians.
We received dozens of messages over the past 24 hours over social media, email, direct messages, calls and texts. We’re answering them.
Can you give me the basics of buying?
Consumers must be 21 years old and have a physical ID. Although Ohio just updated our ID rules to allow for Apple Wallet, places may still want the in-person version. Trying to buy underage would result in penalties similar to buying alcohol under 21.
You can have up to 2.5 ounces of marijuana in all forms except for concentrates, which you can only have up to 15 grams.
Where can I buy it?
Here is a list of dispensaries.
Can I buy it with credit?
No. Many dispensaries only take cash due to federal banking regulations, but plenty have ATMs at their stores. Some shops use third-party apps like Spendr to pay via phone.