Recreational Dispensaries in Maryland: Adult-Use Laws & Licensing

Possession & Purchase Limits

Adults 21+ in Maryland can possess cannabis within state-defined limits. The possession limit is 1.5 oz, 2 plants. Dispensaries must verify age with valid ID and track purchases to prevent exceeding limits.

Home Cultivation

Maryland permits home cultivation of cannabis. Limits: 2 plants per person.

Taxes & Pricing

Recreational cannabis in Maryland is subject to 9% excise tax. These taxes are typically added at point of sale.Some states use potency-based taxes (taxing higher-THC products at higher rates), which requires POS systems to calculate tax based on product test results.

Dispensary Licensing

Retail dispensaries in Maryland must obtain state and often local licenses from Maryland Cannabis Administration. Applications typically require:

• Background checks for all owners and operators
• Financial disclosures and proof of capitalization
• Security plans and facility diagrams
• Compliance protocols and employee training programs
• Social equity plans (where required)

Question 4 passed November 2022. Adult-use sales began July 2023.

Compliance for Recreational Operators

Adult-use dispensaries in Maryland must integrate with METRC, enforce purchase limits, verify customer age, and comply with product testing and packaging regulations. Dub Haven provides POS systems with built-in compliance features for Maryland-specific requirements.