Frequently Asked Questions

Know Your Rights

Don’t Consent to a Search!

If the cops say “Do you mind if I look in your purse, bag, home or car”?
You say: “I do not consent to a search”
If the cops say: “Why not? Are you hiding something?”
You say: “I believe in my Constitutional right to privacy and I do not consent to a search.”

Be Smart!

Many arrests for cannabis possession are due to traffic violations and noise complaints.

Travel Safely

Do not smoke and drive. If you travel with cannabis, make sure your vehicle is up to code and your cannabis is concealed, preferably in the trunk.

Be a Good Neighbor

Loud music and domestic disputes can lead law enforcement to your home.

Be Discreet

Try not to smoke where others can see you and never leave cannabis items in plain view.

Search Warrants

• Do NOT let an officer into your home without a warrant. Check the address, the date (which should be reasonably recent), and the judge’s signature.
• If the law enforcement knocks on your door, step outside and close the door behind you while you find out why they are there. Don’t leave the door open.
• If they do enter your home with or without a search warrant, say, “I do not consent to a search.”

Membership & Rules

• Required Documentation. We accept the State of California Drivers License, and verifiable letters of recommendation from your doctor. If you do not have a State of California’s Drivers License, you must provide a legitimate form of photo ID and paperwork depicting your California’s proof of residency. If you are not sure if we can accept your documentation, please call first.
• We love to see you, but we only permit patients to make 2 visits per day. We do not allow smoking on site. Please do not loiter on the street near the dispensary before or after buying your cannabis as we want to keep our neighbors happy. Please do not consume your medicine in the area either.
• We absolutely do not tolerate any sharing of medicine with non-members. If we see any transactions between patients and non-patients, we will revoke your Sunset Organic Center’s membership.