Dude! Weed is totally legal in District of Columbia.
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Overview
In the District of Columbia, marijuana is legal for both recreational and medical use but comes with unique legal nuances. Adults 21 and older are allowed to possess up to two ounces of marijuana, grow up to six plants (with no more than three mature at a time), and gift up to one ounce of marijuana to other adults 21 years old or older; however, the sale of recreational cannabis remains illegal. This situation has led to a "gray market" where cannabis is exchanged as a "gift" alongside another purchase. Medical marijuana patients, who are registered with the state, have more structured access through dispensaries.
Regarding specific cannabinoids like Delta-8 THC, Delta-9 THC, and THCA, the laws generally follow those of broader cannabis legality. Delta-9 THC, the main psychoactive component of marijuana, is legal within the personal possession limits. Delta-8 THC, which is chemically different from Delta-9 but still psychoactive, is in a legal gray area nationally but is treated similarly to other THC compounds in D.C. under current cannabis laws. THCA, the non-psychoactive precursor to THC found in raw cannabis, is legal when contained within legally possessed marijuana. CBD derived from hemp (containing less than 0.3% THC) is legal in D.C., mirroring federal law, and is available in various forms such as oils, lotions, and edibles.