Walking into a dispensary for the first time can feel like a lot. Here is a simple checklist so you know what to
expect. At Trends LIC, newcomers are welcome and questions are encouraged.
- Be 21 and bring ID
Adult-use sales in New York are for people 21 and over. Bring a valid photo ID, such as a driver’s license from
any U.S. state, an IDNYC card or a passport. See our ID guide for the full list. - Check the shop is licensed
Look for the state’s Dispensary Verification Tool in the storefront and scan its QR code. It takes you to OCM’s
list of licensed dispensaries. - Learn the categories
You’ll see flower, pre-rolls, vapes, edibles, extracts, beverages, tinctures and topicals. Ask staff to explain
anything you don’t recognize. You can browse the live menu before you come. - Read the label
Check the THC and CBD amounts, serving size, ingredients and directions. Every regulated product has a
QR code linking to its lab test results (Certificate of Analysis). For edibles, compare the amount per serving
with the amount in the whole package. - Start low and go slow
OCM advises starting with a low serving and waiting before taking more. Edibles and drinks can take up to 4
hours to reach their peak effect, so don’t take more because you feel nothing at first. Don’t mix cannabis with
alcohol. - Plan your trip home
Never drive after using cannabis, and don’t open packages in a car. Court Sq–23 St (E, F weekdays, G, 7) is
on our street. At home, store products locked and out of reach of children and pets.
Visit Trends LIC
Trends LIC · 27-25 44th Drive, Long Island City, NY 11101 · (718) 766-0001 · Mon–Sat 10 AM–11 PM, Sun
10 AM–7 PM · Order online for in-store pickup: store.trendslic.com/trends