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Only licensed dispensaries can sell adult-use cannabis in New York. Each licensed shop must display a visible OCM license certificate and use secure packaging with verified product labels.Avoid unlicensed “sticker shops” or smoke boutiques claiming to “gift” cannabis with a purchase — those remain illegal and unregulated.All legal dispensaries are verified through the OCM’s Dispensary Location Map, which NYC Weed News also tracks on our own Legal Weed Map.As of late 2025, New York has 522 licensed adult-use dispensaries — and counting. From Manhattan to Buffalo, the network keeps expanding. Use our interactive map to explore safely, support legitimate operators, and experience the true legal market.

Only licensed dispensaries can sell cannabis products in New York. Each licensed location must display a valid OCM (Office of Cannabis Management) certificate.
Avoid “sticker shops” or unlicensed retailers—purchases made there are not protected under state law. You can verify any dispensary’s license using the official OCM Dispensary Verification Tool.

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