On February 26, 2015 Initiative 71 became a law in Washington, D.C. This allowed adults to possess two ounces or less of marijuana; grow within their primary residence up to six marijuana plants, no more than three of which are mature; Transfer one ounce or less of marijuana to another person as long as: (1) no money, goods, or services are exchanged; and (2) the recipient is 21 years of age or older; and Consumer marijuana on a private property. Weed was finally recreationally legalized in Washington, D.C. but with these regulations, how can someone get weed in Washington, D.C.? The regulations confused a lot of people in the district and a vibrant Washington, D.C. marijuana market was formed.
I71 Weed Gifting Services
The Initiative 71 recreational “market” in Washington, D.C. is comprised of hundreds of microbusinesses which operate through multiple creative outlets within the district. Cannabis cannot be directly sold for monetary goods or services, so businesses started selling ancillary products/services and gifting “free” weed. You must be 21 or older to engage or interact with any cannabis businesses in Washington, D.C. The top businesses that we recommend and promote for here within the Washington, D.C. i71 market include:
StreetLawyerServicesGifts – LonnyTheStreetLawyer has created an epic brand and has an awesome team. SLS strives to be consistent, convenient, and an incredible vibe at 409 H St NE. The SLS girls are a ton of fun and provide a great experience in this storefront. Check their website for their latest menu, or just walk on in anytime. @StreetLawyerServicesGifts_
If you are looking for a top delivery company in Washington, D.C. FastSliceDMV has you covered. They have a solid menu with great variety and are starting to establish themselves as a go-to in the community. One of the top customer service companies, chill vibes, good weed, and solid hours. These guys do meetups and deliveries within Washington, D.C. city limits every day of the week. They have been operating for a bit over a year within the district.
How to Get Recreational Weed in Washington, D.C.
There are five ways to get weed in Washington, D.C. and some companies offer multiple outlets. You do not need to be a Washington, D.C. resident to interact or engage with any of the companies. Most, if not all, will require you to meet within Washington, D.C. city limits. This means, if you are in Arlington, Virginia, you may have to drive across the bridge to meet someone in Georgetown, for a meetup or delivery.
Storefronts
These are becoming more popular within the city. Storefronts are shops that anyone 21+ can walk into and look for “gifts”. Oftentimes this will be a CBD shop, glass store, or convenience store. The advantage to a storefront is that you can walk in during store hours any have the ability to look at the flower and products to help make your decision. Oftentimes, the storefronts control the vibes to give you a more personalized experience with the budtender or person working. We recommend Street Lawyer Services Gifts and Gifted Curators DC.
Pick-Ups
These are pre-arranged meetings where you connect with a brand at a predetermined indoor location, usually a storefront, Airbnb or hotel. The menu is usually provided beforehand and the transaction is either paid for before arrival or on-site when you pick up your prepackaged bag. You will need to schedule an appointment ahead of time, so make sure you are planning accordingly. It is best advised to reach out as early as possible in the morning or even the day before.
Delivery
These companies operate like any typical delivery services in Washington D.C. and bring your weed and gifts anywhere within city limits. There are many delivery services within the city and companies can typically deliver your cannabis within a 1-2-hour window. There are some companies who strive to operate within 30minutes-1 hour but this is for some of the faster services like Washington Joint or Fast Slice DC. Some of these companies have their own online websites and ordering systems, others take orders through phone numbers and Instagram. These companies are unable to deliver to federal property so make sure that you plan accordingly.
Meet-Ups
Meet-ups are a combination of delivery/ pickups where you typically meet the company or representative in a designated public location or street. Meet-ups can be more casual depending on the company and the process. Some companies may require payment up front, which can be less ideal for people who like to look through, inspect, and smell their weed. Meet-ups are a great and easy way to connect with a brand while out and about in Washington D.C. Most delivery companies will also accommodate a meet-up at a designated location.
DC Weed Events or Pop-ups
The DC Weed Events are daily events in which multiple brands come together under one roof to provide their gifts or services to people 21 years or older. Anyone from anywhere can come to an event as long as you have your invitation and an ID. Invitations for events are distributed by individual event hosts. Events should have proper security to check IDs and do pat downs at the door. It is imperative for an event host to make everyone feel safe and secure. Due to COVID19 the DC Weed Event scene has toned down a bit to comply with all regulations, however, there are still multiple events weekly. Events can be a great way to find the best prices on cannabis due to multiple companies competing for the same customer base. You will find an array of companies who all strive to bring different quality weed to Washington, D.C. Some companies focus on quality while others try to bring affordable cannabis. It is important that you check with the event host to ensure the event is still going on, and always make sure you are going to reputable events.
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Source: DC Weed Events
