Driver Certification
All delivery drivers must complete MED-approved delivery driver training before making any cannabis deliveries. Certification must be renewed annually and records must be maintained at the dispensary.
GPS Tracking Requirement
All delivery vehicles must have active GPS tracking during deliveries. GPS data must be retained for 30 days and must be available to MED inspectors upon request.
Delivery Manifests
Every delivery requires a METRC manifest created before the delivery begins. With the 2026 digital badge update, delivery manifests must include the new digital badge format.
Delivery Location Rules
Cannabis deliveries in Colorado can only be made to private residences. Deliveries to hotels, public spaces, or commercial addresses are prohibited. Drivers must verify the delivery address before departing.
Age Verification at Delivery
Delivery drivers must verify age and identity at the point of delivery. Acceptable ID types are the same as in-store purchases. Drivers must refuse delivery if the recipient cannot produce valid ID.
Vehicle Storage Requirements
Cannabis products must be stored in a locked, secured compartment in the delivery vehicle. Products cannot be visible from outside the vehicle. Vehicles must be locked at all times when unattended.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What did HB25-1331 change about cannabis delivery in Colorado?
HB25-1331, effective 2026, expanded cannabis delivery by allowing more dispensaries to offer delivery services and expanding the geographic areas where delivery is permitted. However, it also added new compliance requirements including driver certification, GPS tracking, and updated manifest requirements.
Does my dispensary need a separate license to offer delivery in Colorado?
Yes. Colorado dispensaries must apply for a delivery endorsement from the MED before offering delivery services. The endorsement requires submitting a delivery operations plan, vehicle information, and driver certification records.
What are the penalties for delivery compliance violations in Colorado?
Delivery violations are treated as serious MED violations. Fines range from $2,500 to $10,000 per violation. Violations involving delivery to minors or delivery to prohibited locations can result in immediate license suspension.
Can a delivery driver carry cannabis for multiple dispensaries?
No. Colorado law requires delivery drivers to be employees of the dispensary making the delivery. Third-party delivery services are not permitted for cannabis in Colorado. Each delivery must be associated with a single licensed dispensary.
What records must I keep for cannabis deliveries?
Colorado MED requires dispensaries to maintain delivery records including: METRC manifests, GPS tracking data (30 days), driver certification records, age verification records, and customer delivery receipts. All records must be retained for 7 years.
