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Buying from Trusted Sources

What is a "Cannabis Trusted Source"?

  • Only businesses licensed by the MCA are permitted to display the Cannabis Tr​usted Source logo with the Green Check on their storefront or website.
  • These businesses are routinely inspected to ensure compliance w​ith state laws and regulations.
  • All staff at licensed dispensaries are trained on responsible cannabis handling and sales, which includes conducting ID checks to ensure only adults of legal age 21+ are sold cannabis products.

Product standards

  • Lab-tested

    Cannabis is state-tested for potency as well as contaminants like mold, heavy metals, and other toxins.

  • Inspected

    Facilities are routinely inspected by MCA for compliance with state standards and regulations

  • Approved for sale

    Only products that meet strict state standards for processing, testing, and packaging may be sold in licensed dispensaries.

If you have a problem with a cannabis business or product, you can contact MCA to​ ​report an issue.

Why buy from a Trusted Source?

Edibles sold in child-resistant containers help to reduce accidental exposure by kids.​

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This content was developed for adults 21+ to support informed, responsible consumption.
​Click to learn more about how to BeCannabisSmart.​