La Porte, TX Cannabis Regulations: Dispensary Zoning (2026)
Key Facts
- Restrictions
- Recreational cannabis dispensaries are illegal in Texas
- License
- The Compassionate Use Program allows very limited state-licensed dispensing organizations
- Restrictions
- La Porte zoning does not address cannabis retail as it prohibited statewide
- Cbd Products
- CBD products from hemp (under 0.3% THC) may be sold at
- Contact Porte
- Contact La Porte PD at (281) 471-3820 for drug law questions
Summary
Texas has extremely limited cannabis dispensary operations through the Compassionate Use Program. La Porte does not have licensed dispensary locations, and local zoning does not specifically address cannabis retail as recreational marijuana remains illegal statewide.
Sec. 481.120. OFFENSE: DELIVERY OF MARIHUANA. (a) Except as authorized by this chapter, a person commits an offense if the person knowingly or intentionally delivers marihuana. (b) An offense under Subsection (a) is: (1) a Class B misdemeanor if the amount of marihuana delivered is one-fourth ounce or less and the person committing the offense does not receive remuneration for the marihuana; (2) a Class A misdemeanor if the amount of marihuana delivered is one-fourth ounce or less and the person committing the offense receives remuneration for the marihuana; (3) a state jail felony if the amount of marihuana delivered is five pounds or less but more than one-fourth ounce.
Full Breakdown
Texas does not permit recreational cannabis dispensaries. The Compassionate Use Program authorizes a very limited number of licensed dispensing organizations statewide to provide low-THC cannabis oil to qualifying patients. These facilities are regulated at the state level by the Texas Department of Public Safety. La Porte's zoning ordinance does not include specific provisions for cannabis dispensary locations because recreational marijuana sales are prohibited under state law. If state law were to change, any cannabis-related business would need to comply with the city's commercial zoning requirements and obtain necessary business permits. CBD products derived from hemp (containing less than 0.3% THC) may be sold by retail establishments in La Porte without special zoning designation, as they are legal under state and federal law. Contact the La Porte Police Department at (281) 471-3820 for questions about controlled substance sales.
Violations & Fines
Operating an unauthorized marijuana dispensary is a felony under Texas law. Penalties for delivery or possession with intent to distribute marijuana include 2 years to life in prison and fines up to $50,000 depending on quantity. The city may also pursue code enforcement action for operating an illegal business.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Sources & Official References
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