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Yes. DC requires a valid medical cannabis registration to purchase from licensed dispensaries.
Good news:
• DC residents 21+ can self-certify online — no doctor visit required.
• Non-DC visitors can:
→ Register for a temporary visitor medical card (3–365 days), or
→ Use an out-of-state medical card from a reciprocity state.
Your digital card is emailed and can usually be used within minutes.
Yes — if you are 21+ and have:
• A temporary DC patient registration, or
• A valid medical card from a reciprocity state/territory
Temporary non-resident medical card fees:
• 3 days – $10
• 30 days – $20
• 90 days – $50
• 180 days – $75
• 365 days – $100
Registration is fast and digital.
For DC residents 21+:
1. Visit the ABCA Medical Cannabis Portal
2. Select Adult Patient Application
3. Choose Self-Certification
4. Upload:
• A government-issued ID
• Simple face photo
• Proof of residency if needed
5. Submit and receive a digital registration you can use right away.
DC residents may apply for patient registration to be eligible to purchase cannabis from any of DC’s licensed retailers. DC allows for self-attestation, no doctor’s note required! Upon submission of an application, applicants receive a temporary digital registration that allows them to purchase cannabis for up to 30-days while their application is under review. The whole process takes around 5-10 minutes.
Registered medical patients can purchase up to 8 ounces of cannabis (any form) in a rolling 30-day period, combined across all licensed dispensaries.
Our system automatically tracks this for you.
Legal:
• Inside private residences
• Private property with the owner’s permission
Not legal:
• Sidewalks, parks, streets
• Bars, clubs, restaurants
• Hotels that prohibit smoking
• Metro, National Mall, museums
• Any federal property
Always keep use discreet and private in DC.
Medical cannabis card patient records are completely confidential and stored with DC’s ABCA, the Alcoholic Beverage and Cannabis Administration. The only way this information can be accessed is via a court order and is not on any publicly available lists.
511 11th St SE, Washington, DC 20003
In the heart of Capitol Hill / Eastern Market, right off I-395, making us one of the most convenient locations for Maryland and Virginia patients visiting DC.
Bring:
• A valid photo ID
One of the following:
• DC medical cannabis card (digital or physical)
• Temporary DC visitor registration
• Out-of-state medical card (reciprocity)
Digital cards on your phone are fully accepted.
A medical dispensary in Washington, D.C. is a legally authorized and licensed establishment where qualified patients with medical cannabis cards can purchase medicinal marijuana products for therapeutic purposes. These dispensaries are regulated by DC’s Alcoholic Beverage and Cannabis Administration (ABCA) and are required to adhere to strict guidelines regarding the sale of medical cannabis.
We offer one of the largest menus in Washington, DC, including:
• Flower
• Pre-rolls (classic & infused)
• Vape carts & disposables
• Edibles & beverages
• Concentrates (shatter, live resin, rosin, wax)
• Tinctures & sublinguals
• Topicals & wellness products
All products come from licensed, lab-tested DC cultivators only.
Yes. Every product sold in licensed DC dispensaries must be:
• Lab-tested
• Trackable through DC’s seed-to-sale system
• Compliant with medical cannabis regulations
We do not sell unregulated or untested products.
Absolutely. Our staff helps patients navigate:
• Effects (sleep, pain, relaxation, focus)
• THC/CBD ratios
• Terpene profiles
• Edible vs. inhaled vs. tincture onset times
• Proper dosing for beginners
We provide guidance — not medical diagnosis.
We deliver throughout Washington DC:
WASHINGTON DC (DELIVERY AVAILABLE):
Capitol Hill, Eastern Market, Lincoln Park, H Street NE, Hill East, Stanton Park, Navy Yard, NoMa, Union Market, Penn Quarter, Chinatown, Downtown DC, Judiciary Square, Mount Vernon Triangle, Shaw, Bloomingdale, Eckington, Trinidad, Ivy City, Brookland, Edgewood, The Wharf, Southwest Waterfront, Buzzard Point, Logan Circle, Dupont Circle, U Street, Adams Morgan, Columbia Heights, National Mall / Tourist Zone
⚠️ VIRGINIA & MARYLAND — PICKUP ONLY (No Delivery):
Due to DC law, we cannot deliver outside District boundaries. However, patients from Virginia and Maryland are welcome for in-store pickup or curbside pickup at our Capitol Hill location (511 11th St SE).
VIRGINIA (Pickup Available):
Arlington, Crystal City, Pentagon City, Rosslyn, Clarendon, Ballston, Courthouse, Old Town Alexandria, Del Ray, Eisenhower Ave, King Street, Falls Church, Tysons, McLean, Annandale, West Falls Church, Springfield, Franconia, Bailey’s Crossroads, National Landing
MARYLAND (Pickup Available):
Silver Spring, Takoma Park, Hyattsville, Riverdale Park, College Park, Mount Rainier, Brentwood, Bladensburg, Landover, Lanham, Greenbelt, Capitol Heights, Forestville, Suitland, District Heights, Oxon Hill, Temple Hills, Camp Springs, Upper Marlboro, Fort Washington
• Delivery Hours: 9 AM – 9 PM daily
• Order Minimum: $50
• Delivery Fee: $5 for orders $50–$100 (Free on orders over $100)
Minimum and delivery fees are shown at checkout.
Most deliveries arrive in 15-45 minutes, depending on:
• Traffic
• Order volume
• Weather
• Distance from our shop
We provide live ETAs as soon as your order is on the way.
No. DC requires:
• The registered patient to be present
• ID + medical registration verified at the door
Drivers cannot leave cannabis with neighbors, front desks, or unattended.
We accept:
• Credit Card (3% fee)
• Debit Card ($3.50 fee)
• Cash
• Cashless ATM
• Dutchie Pay
Note: Tap-to-pay and Apple Pay are not accepted.
Yes. DC assesses a 6% medical cannabis sales tax on purchases.
Occasionally, DC offers tax-holiday events during April as part of patient appreciation.
Yes:
• 20% off your first and second visits
• Weekly and holiday specials
• Loyalty program offering up to ~12% back in rewards value
• Happy hour drops (15-30% off)
Because of DC regulations:
• No returns on opened products
Exchanges only for:
• Defective items (e.g., malfunctioning vape hardware)
• Verified product recalls
All exchanges must be in original packaging with receipt/order number.
General guidelines:
• Start low, go slow
• Edibles: begin with 1–2.5 mg THC
• Inhalation: 1–2 small puffs, wait 10–15 minutes
• Avoid mixing cannabis with alcohol
• Do not drive or operate machinery while impaired
Our team can help guide your first purchase.
Yes. We follow all medical privacy rules:
• We only collect what is required to verify eligibility
• We store patient records securely
• Delivery drivers use unmarked vehicles
• Orders arrive in discreet packaging
Licensed medical dispensaries (like us):
• Regulated by ABCA
• Sell tested, tracked, legal products
• Require medical registration
• Undergo inspections
• Follow strict advertising & delivery rules
Gifting shops (unlicensed I-71 storefronts):
• Historically exploited Initiative 71’s gifting clause
• Sold untested, unregulated products
• Are now being padlocked, fined, or shut down
• Not part of the licensed medical system
In 2014, DC voters passed Initiative 71, which:
• Legalized possession of up to 2 ounces
• Legalized home grow
• Allowed gifting up to 1 ounce between adults
• Paved the way for future regulated sales (which never happened)
It did not create a retail marketplace.
Because DC was blocked from creating recreational dispensaries, shops began:
• Selling overpriced items (T-shirts, art, juice)
• “Gifting” cannabis with the purchase
This created a de facto recreational market—the only one of its kind in the U.S.—but:
• Products were untested
• Shops were unlicensed
• No taxes were collected
• No consumer protections existed
Instead of letting the unregulated market grow indefinitely, DC chose to:
• Expand medical access (self-certification, visitors)
• Allow gifting shops to convert into licensed medical operators
• Increase inspections and padlock illegal stores
• Build a safer, regulated marketplace focused on medical patients
Since 2014, Congress has repeatedly added the Harris Rider to DC’s federal budget.
The Harris Rider:
• Blocks DC from using any of its own local funds
• To create or regulate a recreational cannabis market
• Prevents DC from issuing adult-use licenses
• Stops DC from taxing recreational cannabis
• Stops DC from establishing rules, packaging standards, or retail regulations for rec sales
This means:
• Adults can possess and gift cannabis
• But DC cannot open recreational stores
• Only medical dispensaries are legal
• The District’s hands are tied until Congress removes the rider
DC is the only jurisdiction in America with legal adult possession without the ability to legally regulate recreational sales.
Choosing a licensed dispensary like High Demand DC means safer products, clearer rules, and more protection for you as a patient. All our products are lab-tested, tracked through DC's seed-to-sale system, and compliant with medical cannabis regulations. We do not sell unregulated or untested products.
High Demand DC Weed Dispensary & Delivery is committed to providing safe, legal, convenient cannabis access to every registered patient in the District. Our team is here to help!
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Disclaimer: This FAQ is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal or medical advice. Cannabis laws vary and are subject to change. Always verify current regulations with official DC government sources. High Demand DC is a licensed medical cannabis dispensary operating in compliance with DC law.
