The California Administrative Procedures Act (APA) is a comprehensive piece of legislation adopted by the California Legislature in 1945. The APA is an essential piece of legislation that provides a framework for the efficient, orderly, and fair administration of state governmental programs. It governs the operations of state agencies, boards, and commissions and sets forth…
Continue reading ›Getting a license from the California Department of Cannabis Control to sell cannabis or cannabis products is a complex process. The California Department of Cannabis Control (DCC) is the state agency responsible for regulating commercial cannabis activity in California, including overseeing licensed businesses ranging from your corner mom-and-pop dispensary to large-scale cultivation businesses selling tens…
Continue reading ›They Regulate Commercial Cannabis Activity in California The DCC California, commonly referred to as the California Department of Cannabis Control (DCC), is a state agency that regulates commercial cannabis activity in California. The department was established in 2017 as part of the state’s efforts to support equity cannabis businesses and ensure a fair and regulated…
Continue reading ›As the cannabis industry continues to grow and evolve, compliance is becoming increasingly crucial for licensed cannabis businesses. From seed to sale, tracking and traceability are crucial for ensuring the legitimacy and safety of cannabis products, as well as meeting the regulatory requirements set by state agencies. To ensure compliance and to reduce diversion, California…
Continue reading ›Simply put, the Department of Cannabis Control (DCC) is the regulator that oversees all commercial cannabis activity in the State of California. The DCC creates commercial cannabis regulations, drafts and circulates proposed regulations, and is in charge of drafting emergency regulations. The DCC is also responsible for enforcement actions against non-compliant licensed cultivation, manufacturing, distribution,…
Continue reading ›The cannabis industry is one of the fastest-growing industries in California, and if you are thinking about getting involved, there are a few things you need to know. In this blog post, we will give you an overview of different cannabis license types, what you need to know before getting involved in the cannabis business,…
Continue reading ›The Department of Cannabis Control (DCC) is the regulator that oversees all commercial cannabis activity in the State of California. The DCC creates commercial cannabis regulations, drafts and circulates proposed regulations, and is in charge of drafting emergency regulations. The DCC is also responsible for enforcement actions against non-compliant licensed cultivation, manufacturing, distribution, cultivation, testing…
Continue reading ›It’s no secret that cannabis businesses face unique challenges when it comes to compliance. The cannabis industry is still in its infancy, and the laws and regulations are constantly changing. This can make it difficult for cannabis businesses to stay up-to-date on the latest compliance requirements. In this blog post, we will discuss some of…
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