Cannabis Law Report

AUGUST 3, 2021

In the continuing trend of normalizing the cannabis industry for practical reasons, the New York State Bar Association’s (NYSBA) Committee on Professional Ethics issued Opinion 1225 (the Opinion). In short, the NYSBA now expressly permits lawyers to represent clients in New York’s recreational cannabis industry.

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MMJ Recs

APRIL 19, 2024

From its prohibition to the gradual legalization and implementation of medical cannabis programs, the landscape of marijuana use for medical purposes has shifted dramatically. For decades, cannabis was strictly prohibited for both medical and recreational use. In Iowa, CBD oil is legal for medical use under certain circumstances.

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Dykema (Cannabis Law Blog)

MARCH 14, 2023

On March 7, 2023, a federal court in Pennsylvania issued a ruling denying a cannabis company’s motion to dismiss claims based on the federal Fair Labor Standards Act (the “FLSA”). Cannabis employers should take heed. The opinion in DeMarco et al. FarmaceuticalRC, LLC et al.,

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Canna Law Blog

AUGUST 2, 2022

The Oregon Liquor and Cannabis Commission (OLCC) plans to drop the hammer on bad actors in the regulated Oregon market. For good effect, it is subtitled “Bad actors won’t get an easy off-ramp to sell their business.” For good effect, it is subtitled “Bad actors won’t get an easy off-ramp to sell their business.”

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MMJ Recs

OCTOBER 30, 2023

Medical marijuana (MMJ) dispensaries play a crucial role in providing patients with access to the cannabis products they need for managing various health conditions. Do Be Patient: Dispensaries can get busy, so be prepared for potential wait times. This is a legal requirement in many states. Patience is key. They are there to help.

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Cannabis Law Report

JULY 7, 2022

County of Santa Cruz , the Sixth District Court of Appeal green-lit a medical cannabis cultivator’s ability to pursue damages – to the tune of potentially $3.5M – from the County of Santa Cruz when it determined the County cannot rely on zoning ordinance to seize the cultivator’s plants grown in violation of local regulation.

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PrestoDoctor

AUGUST 1, 2022

Thanks to a recent cannabis banking bill that has passed in Pennsylvania, cannabis-related businesses now have the right to use financial institutions and insurance for their businesses. Continue reading below to learn more about this bill and how it can affect your business. What the Bill Does Not Do.

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Canna Law Blog

MARCH 11, 2022

The policy is part of the Marijuana Regulation and Taxation Act’s (MRTA) social and economic equity plan, which Simon Malinowski wrote about in this blog post last April. See How New York Cannabis Legalization Prioritizes Equity , New York Cannabis: $200 Million for Social Equity. These programs are not without critics ).

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Canna Law Blog

MAY 22, 2023

We have been working with the Oregon Liquor and Cannabis Commission incessantly since 2015, when rulemaking commenced for the adult use program. Over the years, we’ve dealt with many, many compliance-related issues, including Notices of Proposed License Cancellation to licensee clients from OLCC. This post is not for them.

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Canna Law Blog

MARCH 12, 2022

We have been watching the debate on California cannabis taxes, including the arguments from child welfare advocates that cannabis tax reductions would harm children. The California cannabis tax headache. California is potentially overhauling cannabis taxes , a much-needed reform for an industry long overburdened by high taxes.

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The Joint Blog

DECEMBER 19, 2023

In the dynamic and rapidly expanding world of cannabis, where innovation and adaptability are paramount, packaging trends are instrumental in defining a brand’s identity and consumer experience. As the year 2024 approaches, cannabis businesses must not only adapt to a new business landscape but also triumph over their competition.

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Canna Law Blog

JANUARY 6, 2023

The year 2022 was a busy one for the California cannabis industry, with everything from tax reform to the beginning of enforcement. In this post, I’ll go back through some of the highlight’s for California’s cannabis industry last year. California overhauled its cannabis taxes.

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Canna Law Blog

NOVEMBER 16, 2023

We are helping build out another cannabis banking program here in Oregon. In this post, I’ll sketch out some considerations for FIs looking at banking marijuana-related businesses – or, as they are known in the common parlance, “MRBs”. Here is my shorthand: “ Direct Marijuana Business.” Indirect Marijuana Business.”

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Canna Law Blog

SEPTEMBER 19, 2020

For some reason, many cannabis businesses believe that because they’re already violating the federal Controlled Substances Act, they’re free to violate other existing federal laws. The latest legal debacle for unwitting cannabis businesses are violations of the Telephone Consumer Protection Act (“ TCPA “).

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Cannabis Law Report

MARCH 13, 2019

Here’s their press release in full…… DeJoy, Knauf & Blood LLP Launches Cannabis and Hemp Advisory Practice. DKB’s expertise and experience with other regulated industries, especially the alcoholic beverage market, can help make sure businesses get it right. ROCHESTER, N.Y., ROCHESTER, N.Y.,

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Cannabis Law Report

JUNE 16, 2022

The New York (“NY”) Cannabis Control Board recently approved regulations for Adult-Use Cannabis, including those applicable to packaging, labeling, marketing, advertising and laboratory testing. Cannabis Board Also Approves Additional 16 Adult-Use Cannabis Conditional Cultivator Licenses. Related Blog Posts.

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Cannabis Law Report

JUNE 3, 2021

As we previously wrote about here , New Mexico passed a recreational cannabis statute with a very ambitious timeline. Some key components of the proposed rules are that the New Mexico Cannabis Control Division will issue two classes of licenses: (1) cannabis producers and (2) cannabis microbusinesses.

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The Herb Collective

JULY 2, 2023

The legalization of cannabis in many parts of the world has led to significant growth in the industry. As more people become aware of the benefits of cannabis, there's an increased demand for various cannabis products in the market.

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Canna Law Blog

MAY 22, 2020

Cannabis isn’t federally legal. Companies who operate in the cannabis space really only have the protection of the state’s laws in which they operate. Even full compliance with state laws is no shield to federal penalties or enforcement. I wrote about this late last year. Helix TCS, Inc. Helix TCS, Inc.

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Cannabis Law Report

MARCH 10, 2019

Analyzing the California Consumer Privacy Act’s Impact on the Cannabis Industry. David focuses on complex business and commercial litigation in state and federal courts involving data security and privacy, product liability and business disputes. Does the business’s web page utilize cookies that will trigger the CCPA?

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PrestoDoctor

OCTOBER 18, 2023

Legality of Mailing Cannabis, CBD, and Hemp Products Mailing Cannabis, CBD, and hemp products can be a tricky subject due to the varying legal regulations. While some states have legalized the use and distribution of Cannabis and CBD products, it is still considered illegal at the federal level. THC, is legal under federal law.

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Canna Law Blog

DECEMBER 30, 2022

On December 1, 2022, the Los Angeles Controller released a report (PDF here ) with a pretty lame pun as a name: “High Maintenance: Review of the City’s Cannabis Regulation Efforts.” ” While the report’s name is bland, it reveals the pretty dire state of Los Angeles’s cannabis regulation and licensing.

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SpeedWeed

APRIL 23, 2021

Twitter is still an important channel for cannabis businesses and cannabis-related businesses to indirectly market their products and services. 10 Twitter Marketing Tips for Cannabis Businesses and Cannabis-Related Businesses. adults in 2021 than WhatsApp, TikTok, and Reddit.

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Otherside Farms

MAY 5, 2020

It is very challenging to manage finances in any business, especially when it comes to small businesses. Financing for the cannabis industry is much harder to secure because of the complex regulations associated with this industry; most transactions have to be made in cash. Financing Options for Weed Businesses.

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Cannabis Law Report

SEPTEMBER 25, 2019

It is the first standalone cannabis policy reform bill to ever reach a House floor vote. Neal Levine of the Cannabis Trade Federation states … The bipartisan SAFE Banking Act ( H.R.1595 It aims to address the state-legal cannabis industry’s lack of access to banking and other financial services. Ganjapreneur report.

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Canna Law Blog

OCTOBER 8, 2021

There are a lot of bad ways to set up a cannabis business, and we like to think that we’ve seen them all. But there’s probably no worse category than 50/50 ownership of a business – a recipe for all sorts of disasters. And it happens ALL the time in cannabis. experience partnerships. This is bad!

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The Joint Blog

JANUARY 16, 2024

This changing shade of green signifies the burgeoning cannabis industry, an emerging economic powerhouse with profound social implications. As governments and societies gradually embrace the legalization and regulation of cannabis, there is a growing recognition of its potential to generate significant economic growth and job opportunities.

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Canna Law Blog

APRIL 9, 2022

The days where the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) pays no mind to cannabis businesses (marijuana and hemp) are long gone. These days, the FTC is treating consumer complaints regarding hemp and marijuana businesses similar to complaints against businesses in other industries. Ending remarks on FTC cannabis litigation.

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Canna Law Blog

OCTOBER 5, 2020

People have been complaining about Oregon Liquor Control Commission (OLCC) marijuana licensing bottlenecks for a long time. We have seen reasonable and diligent operators face agonizing decisions in this period, including whether to comply with rules and fail, or buck them and hopefully stay in business. Business Structure Changes.

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SpeedWeed

MARCH 11, 2021

This blog post provides a broad, 30,000-foot view on this issue. This is because the 2018 Farm Bill expressly preserves the agency’s authority to regulate products containing cannabis or cannabis-derived compounds under the Food, Drug and Cosmetic Act (the “FDCA”) and Section 351 of the Public Health Service Act. Delta-8 THC.

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Otherside Farms

FEBRUARY 25, 2019

A few decades ago, you couldn’t open a cannabis dispensary in any state without facing the wrath of the state laws. This is now a thing of the past in most states, thanks to the legalization of the sale and use of cannabis in these states. The Business Plan. A business plan is very important before starting any business.

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Cannabis Law Report

MAY 25, 2022

As the Californian cannabis industry gains momentum, an increasingly number of people are expressing interest to participate in the cannabis movement. This is especially true in the new normal, where cannabis businesses were deemed “essential” in era of Covid-19. I Want To Start a Cannabis Business.

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Cannabis Law Report

FEBRUARY 24, 2022

In recent months, our office has received inquiries from entrepreneurs eager to obtain a license in New York’s yet-to-be established legal cannabis market. Because, as the saying goes, idle hands are the devil’s plaything, this post outlines five mistakes to avoid if you want a New York cannabis license. We share their excitement!

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Otherside Farms

AUGUST 4, 2020

Any entrepreneur looking to get onto something big should look at the opportunities that the cannabis industry offers. Concrete extraction technicians, researchers, marijuana cultivators, marketers, marijuana processors, cannabis branding, and developers will all have a place in the industry. A Business Plan. Fund your Business.

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Canna Law Blog

AUGUST 14, 2019

Today let’s talk about Curaleaf and the trifecta of very bad things that befell the company over a recent two-week span. As you read the letter, keep in mind that Curaleaf claims to be the “world’s largest cannabis company by revenue and the largest in the U.S. The State Compliance Boondoggle. across key operating metrics.”

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Canna Law Blog

FEBRUARY 26, 2019

Last summer, I wrote about Senate Bill 1459 , a piece of California legislation that created a new scheme of provisional licenses for cannabis operators. As noted above, and as most readers of this blog are probably aware, the temporary license scheme ended in late 2018.

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Marijuana Lawyer Blog

APRIL 15, 2019

Attorney General said he’d favor a new bill protecting cannabis businesses and users from federal prosecution as long as they were in compliance with federal law. This measure has broad bipartisan support, as does another that would shield banks doing business with these companies from federal money laundering charges.

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