Laws
Cannabis
Federal Implications
Cannabis remains illegal under federal law, where it’s still classified as a controlled substance. This difference between Washington and federal laws can lead to challenges in knowing how and where the different laws apply. If necessary, consult with legal advisers to be sure you fully understand
Liquor
Cannabis
Tobacco and Vapor
Enforcement
Enforcement Education
Enforcement Education Program The Enforcement and Education Division has an Education Program dedicated to providing educational resources to licensees and other stakeholders. If you need information on topics like advertising, compliance, or best practices for your licensed business, this team is a
Cannabis
Enforcement
Cannabis Licensee Education
Cannabis Product Testing Requirements: Past vs. Current This document describes the changes in testing requirements for cannabis plants. Cannabis Retailer Safety Handout This document describes suggestions for cannabis retailers to improve safety in their establishments. Cannabis Waste Sales Guide
Cannabis
What to Know
Parents, caregivers, and other trusted adults play an important role in helping youth and young adults think about the decisions they make now and in the future. Use of substances, including cannabis, presents risks and can interfere in the achievement of their short and long-term goals. As parents
Safety
Cannabis
Understanding THC Concentration and Potency
When people talk about the potency of cannabis, they are usually referring to the concentration of THC in a product. In Washington’s cannabis market, THC concentration must be listed on the label of a product in milligrams of THC or as a THC percentage. Understanding concentration and potency is
Cannabis
What You Can Do: Talking to Youth
Talk to your youth Have regular conversations with your child. Resources to help you be more effective in these talks can be found at Start Talking Now and Talk. They Hear You. Websites directed at youth include You Can (for teens) and Not a Moment Wasted (for young adults). Recognizing the signs
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Cannabis
Deciding What and How Much
Several factors can influence your experience with cannabis. For example, some people may experience a pleasant euphoria with cannabis, while others may find it increases their anxiety. The effects depend on the type and dose of the product, the person, and the environment or circumstances of use
Safety
Cannabis
Cannabis and Other Substances
Alcohol Alcohol and cannabis are two of the most commonly used drugs in the US, so it isn’t surprising that some people use them at the same time. However, using alcohol and cannabis together is not recommended because of the way they interact, significantly increasing the risk of adverse health
Health
Cannabis
Cannabis and Health
Short- and long-term health impacts based on age, type of use, pregnancy, medical use, and other factors that influence health outcomes from cannabis. Short-Term Effects of Cannabis Consumption The
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Cannabis
Safe Storage and Proper Disposal
If you keep cannabis and cannabis products in your home, take precautionary measures to store them safely, locked and out of reach of young people and pets. It is not enough to put products high on a shelf or in a box. Young people are curious and resourceful, so it is important to store all age
Cannabis
Safety
What is the "Right" Amount of Cannabis for Me?
The “right” amount is different for everybody. Some people, choose not to use cannabis at all. Others base their use on factors like potency, tolerance, and timing. The “right” amount is different for each person. Consider the following: Start low with the amount of cannabis consumed, and go slow
Cannabis
Health
Safety
A Caution About Concentrates
Research shows that the more THC a person consumes, the higher the health risks. In the short term, frequent use of products with high THC concentration increases the risk of experiencing anxiety, paranoia, and panic. Regular use of these products increases the risk of developing cannabis use