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Yes. Both medical and recreational cannabis are now legal in Connecticut. In June 2021, Connecticut Governor Ned Lamont signed S.B. 1201 which legalized and decriminalized marijuana for adult, non-medical use. 

Recreational marijuana is legal for adult use in Connecticut as of July 1, 2021. The state uses the term “cannabis” to mean marijuana purchased at a licensed store or dispensary. 

Possession and use of marijuana obtained outside of a licensed store is decriminalized. This means the possession of up to 1.5 ounces of marijuana, and up to five ounces in a locked trunk or secure location within one’s home, no longer has any criminal or civil consequences in the state of Connecticut. 

According to CT marijuana law, we are required to follow the state mandate which states that medical cannabis patients may purchase a maximum of 3.5 ounces per month and a maximum of 2.5 ounces per transaction.  

The adult-use state-regulated daily purchase limit is 1 ounce of flower or its equivalent and is subject to change or due to store inventory. Please ask a RISE team member for guidance.” 

• up to one ounce of cannabis; 
• or up to five grams of cannabis concentrate, 
• or some combination thereof, not to exceed one ounce, or the equivalent, of usable cannabis as a cannabis-infused product in solid, liquid, or concentrate form 

NOTE: Purchase amounts are subject to change based on availability 

Visit risecannabis.com to locate a RISE dispensary and view our menu of award-winning cannabis products. 

No. Unfortunately, health insurance does not yet pay for medical marijuana. 

No, Connecticut does not accept out-of-state MMJ cards. 

You simply need to provide your and state issued ID when ordering on www.risecannabis.com or in-person. For complete details on how to register and become a Caregiver, click here: https://portal.ct.gov/DCP/Medical-Marijuana-Program/Primary-Caregivers—Registration-Process 

You can also contact a Connecticut-licensed physician, physician assistant, or advanced practice nurse practitioner in order to obtain a medical marijuana certification. Once a medical provider certifies that you qualify as a medical marijuana patient, you can complete the patient registration process at https://biznet.ct.gov/AccountMaint/Login.aspx 

If you need assistance, we are always here to help. Contact our Patient Care Specialists by using phone numbers or e-mail addresses available here: contact us. We are always happy to help with the process and answer any questions you may have. 

Yes. You do need a medical cannabis certification to buy legal marijuana in Connecticut. The certification is provided by the State of Connecticut Medicinal Marijuana Program. Before you start the process of getting a medical certification in Connecticut, you need to visit a Connecticut-licensed physician, physician’s assistant, or advanced practice registered nurse, be diagnosed with a qualifying condition, and have the medical professional send their certification to the state for your qualifying condition. 

Please bring your valid CT Medical Marijuana Card, state-issued ID that shows you are 21 or older, and cash or a debit card. All our stores have ATMs available on-site. If you have questions, we provide consultations in person.  

RISE Branford in Connecticut offer medical marijuana products like:

• Edibles 
• Extract 
• Pre-rolls 
• Flower 
• Tinctures 
• Topicals 
• Vapes 
• Marijuana gear 

RISE Branford will continue to offer delivery to medical patients. Starting 1/10, med deliveries will be on available on Tuesday, Saturday, and Sunday 

Yes- medical and adult-use customers can pre-order online through the website 

Yes, curbside pickup is an option for medical patients who prefer not to enter the dispensary. Call or email us if you have any questions, or to arrange a pickup.

You can call the RISE Dispensary at the phone number provided and ask to speak to a personal care specialist for assistance. We are happy to answer any questions you may have. Also, our patient care specialists in-store can adjust your order at the time of purchase. 

GTI welcomes the presence of service animals assisting people with disabilities. 

Although marijuana is decriminalized in Connecticut, you cannot smoke it anywhere you wish. While each town/city may have its own rules and restrictions on where cannabis can be consumed, and we recommend you check with the municipality prior to consuming cannabis, generally you can legally use cannabis on your own property, or in the privacy of your own home (note: landlords may prohibit smoking and vaping within the interior of a rented residence). Further, cannabis use will be prohibited in state parks and on state beaches and waters and is generally prohibited in moving vehicles, school premises and playgrounds, hotels, Department of Corrections facilities, halfway houses, and in workplaces. 

No – there are no changes to the current rewards program. You will still earn a point for every dollar spent ($1 spent = 1 point earned) and have great deals sent straight to your phone and email inbox. At checkout, just let our team know you are a Rewards member and we will take care of the rest! To learn more please visit: RISE rewards 

Absolutely! Points earned during a transaction at a Connecticut RISE dispensary can be used at either location. At checkout, just let our team know you are a Rewards member and we will confirm how many points you have and if you want to use them on the current transaction. 

consuming cannabis, generally you can legally use cannabis on your own property, or in the privacy of your own home (note: landlords may prohibit smoking and vaping within the interior of a rented residence). Further, cannabis use will be prohibited in state parks and on state beaches and waters and is generally prohibited in moving vehicles, school premises and playgrounds, hotels, Department of Corrections facilities, halfway houses, and in workplaces.