This past weekend qualified patients in the state of Virginia were able to have access for the first time to cannabis products dispensed at state-licensed facilities.
Virginia’s first operational dispensary on Saturday began providing products to state-qualified patients.
“Five long years after beginning the legislative process to bring medical cannabis to Virginians, we are thrilled to celebrate the grand opening of the Commonwealth’s first dispensary,” said NORML Development Director Jenn Michelle Pedini. She also serves as the Virginia NORML Executive Director.
“This day could not come soon enough for the thousands of Virginians who have been waiting patiently for in-state access to safe, regulated products. Virginia NORML has been on the front lines of this effort every step of the way, and I’m so proud of our members’ tireless work to make this a reality.”
Medical cannabis products, as defined under the law in Virginia, must contain a minimum of 5 mg of CBD or THC-A, and may contain up to 10 mg of THC per dose.
Products permitted under the law may be in any formulation, including but not limited to preparations like inhalation products, oils, tinctures, creams, sprays, suppositories, lozenges, and gummies. Nearly 6,000 Virginians are registered to participate in the program.
