Cannabis
FAQs
HERE ARE SOME OF THE MOST FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS AT OUR CONSUME CANNABIS DISPENSARIES AND LOCATIONS.
PLEASE REACH OUT TO YOUR PREFERRED DISPENSARY FOR ANY ADDITIONAL INFO.
GENERAL FAQS
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A valid, government issued photo ID (driver’s license, passport, state ID) that shows you are 21 years or older.
Cash or a debit card
Medical patients should also bring a valid, in-state, government issued medical cannabis card.
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All Consume locations accept cash. There are ATMs onsite at every Consume location. Some of our locations accept debit cards. Contact your dispensary to confirm what forms of payment they are able to accept.
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First time cannabis users should speak with an advisor at the dispensary in order to select the right product and dose. If you have placed your order online or at a kiosk, please speak with your advisor during the checkout process to ensure that you understand proper dosing and that the products will have the intended effect.
We encourage first time users to start low and go slow. With some cannabis products, it can take up to two hours to feel the effects. We recommend heading over to our Cannabis Resources page to learn more about cannabis and cannabis products. At Consume, our motto is “We will guide you” and we take that seriously. If you have any questions, please reach out to the Consume dipsensary near you!
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Any cannabis should be smoked in a private space where smoking and vaporizing are allowed. Smoking cannabis in public spaces is prohibited by state and local laws. You should also check any lease and building agreements before smoking in your rented apartment or house.
You cannot smoke while driving or operating any sort of vehicle, or while a passenger in a vehicle.
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Cannabis should be stored securely and out of reach if you are driving. It is federally illegal for cannabis to cross state lines.
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Our menus are live, meaning they reflect our actual inventory. They are updated throughout the day as new products and accessories are delivered and purchased.
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Please reach out to your local Arizona, Illinois or Michigan dispensary. Returns and exchanges vary due to state regulations.
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Each state has different qualifications for a medical card. We’re happy help you understand the requirements and locate the appropriate forms. Learn more below in each state’s FAQ section!
Arizona FAQS
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Arizona’s adult use tax rate is a 16% excise tax in addition to a 8.43% sales tax.
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Recreational consumers 21 years and older are allowed to purchase up to 28 grams of cannabis per dispensary transaction. Of the 28 grams total, 5 grams can be concentrated and infused cannabis products such as edibles, vaporizer cartridges, extracts, etc. Recreational edibles are limited to 10 mg of THC per serving and/or 100 mg per package.
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Arizona does not allow for reciprocity at this time. Those with medical cards from other states are welcome to purchase from the Adult Use menu.
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Arizona allows qualifying patients to apply for a medical marijuana program registry card if an active Arizona physician confirms that you have at least one of the following qualifying conditions:
• Post Traumatic Stress Disorder
• Cancer
• Glaucoma
• Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV)
• Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome (AIDS)
• Hepatitis C
• Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS)
• Crohn's Disease
• Agitation of Alzheimer's disease
• Cachexia or wasting syndrome
• Severe and chronic pain
• Severe nausea
• Seizures, including those characteristic of epilepsy
• Severe or persistent muscle spasms, including those characteristic of multiple sclerosis
Physical and digital applications are accepted. For the online application, you can make an account for a Patient Only Registry card or apply with caregiver.
In addition to the application, you will need:
• Proof of Arizona residency (valid Arizona driver’s license, state ID or signed voter registration)
• Medical Marijuana Physician Certification form completed by your physician
• Medical Marijuana Patient Attestation
• Application fee.
For additional information about applying for a registry card and the Arizona Medical Marijuana program, check out the Arizona Department of Health Services website.
ILLINOIS FAQS
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Illinois’s adult use tax rate is based upon which product is being purchased in addition to regular sales tax for that location. Here is the breakdown of taxes per category
10% tax on cannabis products with 35% THC or less
25% tax on cannabis products with 35% THC or more
20% tax on THC-infused cannabis products (edibles, tonics, liquids)
8-11% tax on all cannabis products, set by each town and county a store is located in.
The prices on the Illinois menus are displayed as pre-tax as of 11/15/22.
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Illinois purchase limits differ for in state and out of state purchasers.
Illinois residents may purchase:
Up to 30 grams of cannabis flower
Up to 500 milligrams of THC in a cannabis-infused product, basically anything that falls under the edible or topical categories
Up to 5 grams of cannabis concentrate
Out of state residents may purchase:
Up to 15 grams of cannabis flower
Up to 250 milligrams of THC in a cannabis-infused product, basically anything that falls under the edible or topical categories
Up to 2.5 grams of cannabis concentrate
Illinois medical patients are able to purchase at least 2.5oz (70 grams) every 14 days.
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Although Illinois does have a medical cannabis program, it does allow for reciprocity at this time. Those with medical cards from other states are welcome to purchase from the Adult Use menu.
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Illinois allows patients to apply for a Medical Cannabis Patient Program registry card if an active Illinois physician confirms that you have at least one of the qualifying conditions. You can also apply for a registry card if you have or could receive a prescription for opioids as certified by a physician licensed in Illinois through the Opioid Alternative Pilot Program.
As of 12/01/20, the Illinois Department of Public Health will no longer accept paper applications.
To apply online, you will need to create an account for the online portal. Once in the portal, you will be able to fill out the application and upload proof of Illinois residency, a picture for the registry card and application fee. Click here to see the registry card fees.
You will also need to upload a healthcare professional certification. The online portal allows your medical provider to create their own login and upload your medical certification.
IDPH has step by step instructions for the online application can be found here. For assistance with the application process, please reach out to our Patient Outreach Specialists using the form below.
Once your application has been approved, you can log on to the Illinois Cannabis Tracking System to print a provisional letter that can be used the same day at any medical dispensary in Illinois.
If you have any questions about the Illinois Medical Cannabis Patient Program, the Opioid Alternative Pilot Program or the application process, please reach out to your local Consume dispensary!
*Please note, if you hold a school bus permit or Commercial Driver’s License (CDL); or are an active duty law enforcement officer, correctional officer, correctional probation officer, or firefighter, you are not eligible for the Illinois Medical Cannabis Patient Program.*
MICHIGAN FAQS
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Michigan’s adult use tax rate is a 10% excise tax in addition to a 6% sales tax.
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A person 21 years or older can purchase no more than 2.5 ounces of cannabis or equivalent product in a single transaction, with no more than 15 grams in the form of cannabis concentrate. The daily purchase limit for flower, resin and extract is determined by the weight of the product. For infused products, like those that fall under the edibles and topicals categories, use the conversion chart below.
16 ounces of a solid marijuana infused product (gummies, chocolates, baked goods, etc.) is equal to one (1) ounce of usable marijuana.
36 fluid ounces of liquid marijuana infused product (tinctures, beverages, topicals) is equal to one (1) ounce of usable marijuana.
Adults 21 years and older can possess up to 2.5 ounces of cannabis or equivalent away from home, and up to 10 ounces within their home. Persons 21 years or older can possess 15 grams of cannabis concentrate.
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Michigan provisioning centers and medical dispensaries do accept valid out of state medical cards.
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Michigan allows qualifying patients to apply for a medical marijuana program registry card if an active Michigan physician confirms that you have at least one of the following qualifying conditions:
• Cancer
• Glaucoma
• HIV Positive
• AIDS
• Hepatitis C
• Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis
• Crohn’s Disease
• Agitation of Alzheimer’s disease
• Nail Patella
• Cachexia or Wasting Syndrome
• Severe and Chronic Pain
• Severe Nausea
• Seizures (Including but not limited to those characteristic of epilepsy)
• Severe and Persistent Muscle Spasms (Including but not limited to those characteristic of multiple sclerosis)
• Post Traumatic Stress Disorder
• Obsessive Compulsive Disorder
• Arthritis
• Rheumatoid Arthritis
• Spinal Cord Injury
• Colitis
• Inflammatory Bowel Disease
• Ulcerative Colitis
• Parkinson’s Disease
• Tourette’s Syndrome
• Autism
• Chronic Pain
• Cerebral Palsy
To apply online, you can fill out the application form via the online application portal.
For the online application, you will make an account and follow the instructions to apply for a Patient Only Registry card. Once you have been approved, you will be able to add a caregiver if you’d like.
The physical paper application can be found here.
In addition to the application, you will need:
Proof of Michigan residency (valid Michigan driver’s license, state ID or signed voter registration)
Physician certification
$40 Application fee
For additional information about applying for a registry card and the Michigan Medical Marijuana program, check out the MRA website.