As lawyers who specialize in cannabis-related business issues, we love working in the cannabis industry. We get to do challenging, personally satisfying work that directly helps our dedicated, hardworking, creative clients. But we’re constantly hearing from people who want to get out of the cannabis business...
The delta COVID variant has swept the nation this year—but so has another delta. We’re talking, of course, about delta-8 THC, a milder form of THC that’s closely related to the standard delta-9 or “regular” THC. Because delta-8 is generally derived from hemp, it’s unregulated—and...
Amendments to WAC 314-55-040, establishing new “threshold review” criteria for licensees and license applicants. WSR 21-18-125, published September 1, 2021, establishes several amendments to WAC 314-55-040, previously entitled “What criminal history might prevent a marijuana license applicant from receiving or keeping a marijuana license?” The first amendment...
It’s easy to get excited about the cannabis industry when you hear that legal cannabis sales in the U.S. grew 30 percent in 2020 to a whopping $22 billion, outpacing the $17.5 billion spent on wine. If you’re a savvy, experienced businessperson, you might mistake...
During Oregon’s 2021 legislative session, a new bill was passed that completely shifts how the state regulates the hemp industry. While the intent of House Bill 3000 (“HB 3000”) was to remove and deter “bad actors” that have invaded Oregon’s hemp industry in the last...
Pre-Proposal Statement of Inquiry | WSR 21-15-098 Thus far, the Hemp Industry has primarily been an open market. As such, the main concern of Cannabis regulators has been to focus primarily on THC content, Isomers of Cannabinoids. The lack of knowledge in this plant and the...
Cannabis was a hot topic during Oregon’s 2021 legislative session. Although only 8 of the over 30 bills introduced were signed into law, some of these will have a significant impact on the industry, including a sweeping change in how Oregon regulates hemp. Below is...
Watching the hypocracy of Sha’Carri and her punishment unfold has been challenging. Right out the gate, President Biden’s response is tone deaf as ever on the subject. Throwing in at the end that he is proud of her response, which was her acceptance of responsibility...
In the states where cannabis is legal, there are several choices concerning which type of marijuana-related business that you can start. While each business is different, there are some commonalities. Whether you start a retail, processing, or growing business, you will first need to craft...