San Marcos prohibits commercial cannabis dispensaries and retail storefronts within city limits under SMMC. Commercial cannabis activities including retail sales, cultivation facilities, and manufacturing are not permitted.
San Marcos does not permit commercial cannabis retail dispensaries, delivery-only facilities, cultivation operations, manufacturing, testing labs, or distribution within city limits under SMMC Chapter 20.400. The city exercised its authority under California Business and Professions Code Section 26200 to prohibit commercial cannabis activities. State-licensed delivery services based outside San Marcos may deliver to San Marcos addresses per state law (AB 1530), though the city does not license or regulate these operators. Unlicensed cannabis operations are subject to code enforcement action and potential criminal prosecution. Residents seeking to purchase cannabis must visit licensed dispensaries in neighboring jurisdictions such as Vista, Escondido, or unincorporated San Diego County.
Operating an unlicensed cannabis business subject to immediate closure, administrative fines up to $25,000, and potential criminal prosecution. Code Enforcement at (760) 744-1050 x3234.
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