DeSoto, TX Cannabis Regulations: Dispensary Zoning (2026)
Key Facts
- No Marijuana Dispensaries
- No marijuana dispensaries in Texas
- Tcup Limited To
- TCUP limited to licensed organizations
- Lowthc 1 Medical
- Low-THC (<1%) medical cannabis only
- Hempcbd Retail Allowed
- Hemp/CBD retail allowed
- State License Prerequisite
- State license prerequisite to local zoning
Summary
Recreational and medical marijuana dispensaries as understood in other states do not exist in Texas and cannot operate in DeSoto. Texas permits only a very limited form of medical cannabis through the
Sec. 481.121. OFFENSE: POSSESSION OF MARIHUANA. (a) Except as authorized by this chapter, a person commits an offense if the person knowingly or intentionally possesses a usable quantity of marihuana.(b) An offense under Subsection (a) is:(1) a Class B misdemeanor if the amount of marihuana possessed is two ounces or less;(2) a Class A misdemeanor if the amount of marihuana possessed is four ounces or less but more than two ounces;(3) a state jail felony if the amount of marihuana possessed is five pounds or less but more than four ounces;
Full Breakdown
Recreational and medical marijuana dispensaries as understood in other states do not exist in Texas and cannot operate in DeSoto. Texas permits only a very limited form of medical cannabis through the Compassionate Use Program (TCUP) administered by the Texas Department of Public Safety. TCUP authorizes a small number of licensed dispensing organizations statewide to cultivate, process, and dispense low-THC cannabis (not more than 1% THC by weight) to qualifying patients with specific conditions such as epilepsy, multiple sclerosis, PTSD, and certain cancers. Dispensing organizations may only operate from their TCUP-licensed facility; retail storefronts as in other states are not part of the program.
Delivery to patients is handled through secured transport from the licensed organization. 3% THC or less) operate under Texas Department of State Health Services hemp consumable rules and are zoned as general retail in DeSoto. Any future expansion of Texas cannabis laws would still require state licensing before municipal permitting.
Violations & Fines
Specific penalty amounts for this ordinance are not published in a publicly accessible fine schedule. Contact Desoto code enforcement directly for current fines, enforcement procedures, and hearing options.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Sources & Official References
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