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Now, responsible recreational cannabis use by adults 21 and older (and by certain others under 21 with specific diagnosed medical conditions) is legal here in our state. But California cannabis business owners must remain in compliance with a host of often-changing...
Michael Chernis, as a member of the LACBA’s Cannabis Section Policy Subcommittee, co-authored a public comment letter regarding the Proposed Consolidated Regulations filed by the DCC on July 6, 2022, with along with the other subcommittee members of attorneys. Click...
You are ready to jump into the multi-million dollar goldmine that is the California cannabis industry. You worked out a plan and secured the necessary capital for your investment. You’ve submitted your application too. Then you receive the bad news: your trading...
Marijuana remains illegal under federal law. Therefore, some federal laws continue to curtail cannabis businesses, even though they may be legal at the state level. They include laws like Section 280E of the Internal Revenue Code that prohibits businesses dealing with...
Cannabis is becoming a booming business in both California and nationwide, where marijuana is legalized for medicinal and recreational use. However, the cannabis industry is highly regulated. Here are some things you need to know if you plan to cultivate cannabis for...
On Tuesday, Aug. 9, 2022, the Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors voted to place the Cannabis Tax Measure for unincorporated parts of the county on the Nov. 8 ballot. If the measure passes, it would give the county the ability to tax cannabis businesses located in...
Intellectual property usually comprises intangible items or ideas arising from the creative process. All companies and business owners have at least some forms of intellectual property that add value to their operations. You might expect marijuana businesses to own...
A lot of people dealing with chronic pain and other debilitating conditions have turned to medical marijuana for relief – and that’s fine under many state laws, including here in California. What happens, however, when you’re going on vacation to another state? Does...
Cannabis isn’t illegal in California, but there are several things that residents need to know about this substance. This is one of the only ways that you can minimize the chance that you’re going to face legal charges because of it. Unfortunately, laws surrounding...
Licensed California cannabis producers and retailers continue to have to compete with those who grow and sell it illegally. Some state lawmakers hope that by making it easier for small, independent businesses to sell their products, they can put a dent in the black...