TLDR: On October 7th, the Washington State Liquor and Cannabis Board agreed to begin rulemaking on a proposal that could […]
Washington State LCB Moves to Address DEA Registration Uncertainty Read Post »
TLDR: DEA’s broader marijuana rescheduling proceeding has been paused. For adult-use operators, that matters, most obviously because moving the remaining
Marijuana Rescheduling Is Delayed. But What Are Cannabis Operators Actually Waiting For? Read Post »
Reviewed against the regulations posted on the CCC regulations page (June 18, 2026 versions), G.L. c. 94G, § 4 as
Massachusetts: Your Age-Gated Menu Can Still Get You Cited Read Post »
Last reviewed September 23, 2026, against the Business and Professions Code, the Administrative Procedure Act, the current DCC regulations and
DCC Accusations in California: Deadlines, Defense, and Your Cannabis License Read Post »
TLDR: In California, a recall labeled “voluntary” can still be legally required. If a licensee’s complaint investigation evidences adulteration or
California Cannabis Recalls: What Licensees Must Do and When Read Post »
TLDR: Marijuana Moment has reported that a Mississippi dispensary owner is now facing a choice no operator wants: fire two
By Ryan Kocot, cannabis attorney licensed in CA, NY & MA. California compliance and enforcement defense for licensed operators. The
By Ryan Kocot, cannabis attorney licensed in CA, NY & MA. California compliance and federal cannabis matters for licensed operators.
California Just Tightened the Rules on Cannabis Packaging. Time to Audit Your Labels. Read Post »
By Ryan Kocot, cannabis attorney licensed in CA, NY & MA. DEA registration and compliance for state-licensed cannabis operators. Call
The DEA’s 26 Questions for Medical Marijuana Registration Applicants Read Post »
By Ryan Kocot, cannabis attorney licensed in CA, NY & MA. Federal and state cannabis enforcement defense for licensed operators.