Cannabis Access by Retailer Type in New York.

ABSTRACT:

Objective

Increasing state-level cannabis legalization in the United States aims to reduce risks to consumers through regulation but may also lead to more unlicensed retailers and youth access. This study examines how age verification and business practices (eg, pricing, signage, and youth-appealing products) differ by licensing status.

Methods

The Cannabis Access and Safety in New York (CASNY) secret shopper study observed 37 dispensaries and smoke shops (5 licensed medical, 7 licensed recreational, 10 unlicensed dispensaries, and 15 smoke shops), randomly selected from 840 outlets across New York City (NYC) in November to December 2023 to audit age verification and other business practices.

Results

Licensed retailers were significantly more likely to require age ver

SUBMITTER: Becker TD 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12188584 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Mar

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature