No. You only need a government-issued identification card showing that you are 21 years old or over to purchase cannabis products from Empire

California state law allows adult-use customers to purchase up to one ounce (28.5 grams) of cannabis flower, eight grams of concentrated cannabis, and six clones (immature plants) per day.
Medical Use customers can purchase up to eight ounces of flower, eight grams of concentrated cannabis, and 12 clones (immature plants) per day.

At Empire, our concierge members receive special benefits including:
-Front of the line access
-Designated parking spot
-Concierge attendant
-Call ahead service
-Exclusive access to private events
-2% off every purchase
-Customized Concierge card

Concierge members are given a private number they can call to let us know when they will be arriving to one of our dispensaries. Upon arrival, a private concierge attendant will meet them out front and give the member a personalized, one on one shopping experience using their expertise.

All legal cannabis stores are obligated to charge sales and excise tax due to cannabis being a specialty product. Excise tax is a required tax equaling 15% of your overall purchase, this is to ensure consumers receive a thoroughly tested and reviewed product from outside companies that ensure their safety.