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Arizona Medical Marijuana Program

Dispensaries

Updated Information about the Arizona Medical Marijuana Act

The final revised Arizona Medical Marijuana Rules have been approved by the Attorney General's Office and filed with the Secretary of State. The Arizona Department of Health Services will begin accepting Dispensary Registration Certificate Applications for 10 working days from May 14, 2012 through May 25, 2012. Applications will not be accepted before May 14 or after 5pm on May 25.

Dispensary Resources

Registration Certificate Application

To learn more about how to submit a registration certificate application, see the links below:

Approval to Operate Application

At least 60 days before the expiration date of a dispensary registration certificate, an entity holding a registration certificate shall apply for and obtain an approval to operate a dispensary from the Department before operating. Keep in mind that an application for approval to operate a dispensary is not complete until the Department receives written notice that the dispensary is ready for an inspection. To learn more about how to submit an application for approval to operate a dispensary, see the links below:

  • Approval to Operate Application Checklist (not yet available)
  • Approval to Operate Application Instructions (not yet available)
  • Approval to Operate Application (not yet available)

Information about Medical Marijuana Lawsuits

Lawsuits have been filed concerning the implementation of the Arizona Medical Marijuana Act. You can access information about them on our Lawsuits page.

Frequently Asked Questions

Check out the FAQs to find answers to some of the most frequently asked questions by dispensaries.