UPDATE: Cannabusiness Live will be recorded and uploaded here and to our YouTube channel this weekend! We are recording now ✅
Many factors affect the decision of where to set up your cannabis business, including personal geographic preferences (both state-wide and regional), municipal regulation and zoning, your team's experience, and much more.
Learn what else you need to consider below >> http://bit.ly/FindingLocationMICannabisBusiness_Blog
While licensed marijuana establishments are NOT required to perform a criminal history background check on visitors, it is still recommended to run background checks on any independent contractors.
Associate Attorney Andre Perrotta explains why here >>
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What The MRA Requires From Licensed Cannabis Businesses and Independent Contractors
According to the Marijuana Regulatory Agency (MRA), visitors must be logged in as a visitor of the licensee prior to being granted entrance into the cannabis facility and before commencing any contract work.
Learn why in our latest blog ✅ >> http://bit.ly/CannabisBusinessIndependentContractorsMI
Failure to monitor and log visitors and independent contractors can lead to exorbitant fines, and even jeopardize your cannabis business license.
Associate Attorney Andre Perrotta explains this (and more) in his first blog for CLG below! >>
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What The MRA Requires From Licensed Cannabis Businesses and Independent Contractors
In this second portion of the discussion, Andrew Sarazin outlines additional details regarding Real Estate and Cannabis in Michigan and how to find a municipality for your cannabis business.
Once you have decided on a general geographic area, the local regulations enacted (or not) by the over 500 distinct municipalities in Michigan will dictate whether a cannabis business is permitted within a specific area. This means that you must remain realistic about your chances of obtaining a license in the municipality of your choosing!
Learn more >>
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How to Find a Location For Your Cannabis Business
A huge day for both criminal justice reform and the cannabis industry in Michigan! 🎉
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BREAKING: Gov. Whitmer just signed seven house bills that completely change criminal conviction/expungement laws in Michigan that include the following:
☑️ automatic expungement,
☑️ traffic offense expungement eligibility,
☑️ expungement for certain marijuana-related offenses,
☑️ reduced waiting period,
☑️ increased number of expungeable offenses,
☑️ "one bad night" clause, and much more.
Learn if you may qualify for expungement under the Clean Slate Legislative Package in our latest blog >> http://bit.ly/CleanSlateMIExpungement
Cannabis growing and processing requires the use of...
✅ significant quantities of potentially harmful materials
✅ may generate air emissions, and
✅ requires specialized disposal methods for their wastes.
This is why the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy created a set of laws for cannabis business licensees to follow. Learn more from our latest blog ♻️ >> http://bit.ly/EGLECannaBizCompliance
While a House vote for the Marijuana Opportunity Reinvestment and Expungement (MORE) Act was expected in September, it is now delayed for November.
In the meantime, read up on the importance of the MORE Act and how it can shape the cannabis industry >>
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What is The Marijuana Opportunity Reinvestment and Expungement (MORE) Act?
We've made it easier than ever for you to schedule your own consultation with one of our experienced cannabis attorneys. Click the link in the bio to schedule your own consultation + learn how we can help kickstart your cannabis business! ✅ >>
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The MORE Act is an important piece of federal legislation that would deschedule cannabis from the Controlled Substances Act (CSA), while also enacting several social and criminal justice reforms.
Learn what these reforms would be in our firm's most recent blog >>
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What is The Marijuana Opportunity Reinvestment and Expungement (MORE) Act?
Due to the COVID-19, licensed marijuana retailers in Michigan are increasingly offering home delivery services. However, it is imperative to follow MRA regulations; or risk exorbitant fines, or worse, license suspension.
Learn more in our latest blog >> http://bit.ly/HomeDeliveryCannabisMI
There are many laws, rules, and regulations that must be followed in the cannabis industry to keep one's cannabis business in good standing. One of the most important set of regulations to follow is the ones set forth by the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, And Energy (EGLE).
Learn more >>
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As a cannabis business licensee, you may be asking yourself how you can obtain guidance on environmental laws and permits that are separate from the state's license.
Learn how to get started in our latest blog >>
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Home delivery is one way for licensed cannabis retailers to continue to provide their products to customers, and will become increasingly popular over time. Learn what is required by Michigan for legal cannabis home delivery >> http://bit.ly/HomeDeliveryCannabisMI
If you are a current cannabis business licensee and are thinking of offering home delivery services, it is critical to your license's success that you read our latest blog ✅ >> https://bit.ly/HomeDeliveryCannabisMI
The MRA began accepting applications for adult-use cannabis business licenses on Nov. 1st, 2019, but only from:
✅ Michigan residents for a Class A Marihuana Grower or Microbusiness license, and from
✅ Current medical cannabis business license holders applying to become adult-use Retailers, Processors, Secure Transporters, and Class B or C Growers.
Learn why and when anyone can apply below >>
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Michigan to Open Access to Adult-Use Cannabis Market Starting March 2021
"There's going to be a bunch of medical marijuana business that have been operating for some time in the city of Detroit that ore going to be left out and that's problematic," says attorney Barton Morris. "They have been in the marijuana industry for up to eight years, and some people might find themselves out of the mix."
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Even though Detroit finally has a recreational marijuana ordinance, the fight is still far from over
How does the Marijuana Regulatory Agency (MRA) plan to reduce the "black" market for cannabis in Michigan? Learn the answer in our latest legal blog >>
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Michigan to Open Access to Adult-Use Cannabis Market Starting March 2021
Detroit introduced an ordinance that outlines plans for recreational marijuana shops. Now those negatively impacted by illegal marijuana sales in the past will have the same chance to make profit off the industry the legal way. But principal attorney, Barton Morris, believes there is a group that deserves the same opportunity; the approximately 75 medical dispensaries in the city already operating in Detroit.
Learn more about our firm and consultation offerings: www.michigan-marijuana-lawyer.com/cannabusiness-consultations/
Starting Mar. 1st, 2021, the Marijuana Regulatory Agency (MRA) will begin accepting applications for all adult-use cannabis business licenses from any applicant.
Learn why now and how you can apply in our latest blog! >> http://bit.ly/MICannabisMarch2021
CLG Associate Attorney Andrew Sarazin discusses the City of Detroit's Proposed Recreational Marijuana Ordinance.
To complete plan review as a new facility, a complete BFS plan review application and facility plans are required. Therefore, it is VITAL to prepare your cannabis business for a BFS inspection ahead of time >>
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How to Prepare Your Cannabis Business for a BFS Inspection
If you haven't voted already, please exercise your right to vote today! Stay safe out there and remember; your vote MATTERS ✅🗳️
The Marijuana Regulatory Agency (MRA) prompts each applicant entity to complete the Bureau of Fire Safety Services (BFS) Plan Review.
Learn how you can prepare your cannabis business for a BFS inspection in our latest blog >>
http://bit.ly/MICannabisBusinessBFSInspection
With new cannabis business licenses being issued every day, current cannabis establishments are facing even stronger pressure to increase their marketing and advertising efforts in order to attract more patients (or customers).
Learn how to properly advertise your Michigan cannabis business in our latest blog >>
https://bit.ly/MICannaBizMarketingAdvertising
Join Andre Perrotta for this important and informative look into the legal requirements set forth by the Michigan Marijuana Regulatory Agency for retailers offering Home Delivery Services.
"The public has spoken loudly and clearly. They favor ending the failed policies of marijuana prohibition and replacing it with a policy of legalization, regulation, taxation, and public education. Elected officials — at both the state and federal level — ought to be listening." - NORML Executive Director Erik Altieri
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Election 2020: Big Wins for Cannabis and Drug Reform
Clear victories emerged for both the cannabis industry and for drug reform across the nation last Tuesday.
See which states legalized cannabis and made other drug policy changes in our latest blog! >> http://bit.ly/Election2020CannabisResults
Do THC levels detected in a blood test equal impaired driving? Not necessarily.
Award-winning and veteran criminal defense attorney Barton Morris discusses the scientifically-backed reasons why THC levels as detected in a blood test for DUI investigations do NOT equate to impaired driving.
Failure to strictly adhere to the advertising requirements may very well result in fines and other penalties, as well as potentially jeopardize your license, to operate as a licensed cannabis business. >>
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Examining the MRA’s Marketing and Advertising Restrictions
Marketing and advertising, like all other aspects of cannabis business operations, are subject to various regulatory compliance requirements as promulgated by the Marijuana Regulatory Agency (MRA).
Learn about these requirements (and more) in our blog >>
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Examining the MRA’s Marketing and Advertising Restrictions
This year, it's more important than ever to celebrate Thanksgiving safely. Wash your hands, practice social distancing, and stay away from others if you are sick so that we can celebrate as normal next year ✅🦃
Social justice advocates are asking Gov. Gretchen Whitmer to pardon a metro Detroit man who is serving time for marijuana offenses. Rudi Gammo, a pioneer in the medical marijuana industry, was sentenced to five years in prison for conducting a criminal enterprise; a non-violent marijuana offense that is now legal.
Once you receive prequalification, you must wait until Mar. 1st, 2021 before submitting a Step 2 application for full adult-use licensure if you are a non-Michigan resident and/or do not hold a MMFLA license.
Learn more >>
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All Applicants Can Now Start Adult-Use Step 1 Prequalification Application
On Nov. 13th, 2020, the Marijuana Regulatory Agency (MRA) issued a bulletin stating that ANY applicant can now begin the adult-use application process by submitting a Step 1 prequalification application.
Learn how you can get started in our latest blog >> https://bit.ly/AdultUseAppNonMichiganResidents
"Applicants that currently hold an active operating license under the MMFLA have already gone through the MMFLA's prequalification process, including criminal and financial background checks, and may therefore follow an expedited MRTMA Step 1 prequalification process."
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All Applicants Can Now Start Adult-Use Step 1 Prequalification Application
Associate Attorney Andrew Sarazin discusses the latest developments in State and local Marijuana Law and why it's especially important to pay attention to legal developments at the local level.
"As the U.S. faces the COVID-19 pandemic and threat of economic recession, could a cannabis repeal alleviate some of the pressure?"
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U.S. House Passes MORE Act: What This Means For The Cannabis Industry
The MORE Act extends far beyond just legalization; the legislation proposes comprehensive reform to address the impacts of cannabis prohibition.
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U.S. House Passes MORE Act: What This Means For The Cannabis Industry
On Friday, the U.S. House passed the MORE Act. This is the first time that either chamber of Congress voted on a bill to federally legalize cannabis.
Learn what this means for the cannabis industry >> https://bit.ly/USHouseMOREAct
Legalization of marijuana is one step closer to becoming a reality on the federal level. Barton Morris, principal attorney of the Cannabis Legal Group, weighs in on the historic Marijuana Opportunity, Reinvestment and Expungement (MORE) Act.
"It is prudent for Marijuana Facilities to establish policies and procedures to ensure compliance with the common issues identified and recently addressed by the MRA regarding labeling requirements, testing and retesting status, and strain specificity." - Associate Attorney Andre Perrotta
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Guidance for Common Issues Facing Marijuana Facilities
The Marijuana Regulatory Agency (MRA) recently issued guidance to address common issues faced by Marijuana Facilities regarding certain operational issues, including labeling requirements, testing and retesting status, and strain specificity.
Learn what the most crucial requirements are in our latest blog >> https://bit.ly/CommonIssuesMRA
"It just makes absolutely no sense why a man like this would still be serving time. It was non-violent offense, it was two pounds of marijuana. If it happened today, it's unlikely he would even go to jail."
More than two decades after being sentenced to 40-60 years, Michael Thompson, Michigan's longest serving cannabis prisoner, is finally a free man thanks to Gretchen Whitmer's commutation and the Last Prisoner Project. (FOX 2 Detroit)
Continuing to offer retail customers these various purchase methods will allow businesses to engage in the safest way possible, while also operating effectively and successfully.
Learn more about what Michigan's cannabis industry will look like post-COVID19 >> https://bit.ly/CannaBizDeliveryPickUp
Some of the additional labeling requirements as outlined under Administrative Rule 420.504(1) include:
☑️ information regarding the date of harvest (for flower),
☑️ the testing facility,
☑️ test date,
☑️ originating facility,
☑️ tag,
☑️ strain name, and
☑️ warning labels.
Learn more about common issues cannabis businesses face in our newest blog >>
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Guidance for Common Issues Facing Marijuana Facilities
The Cannabis Legal Group team is wishing you and yours a happy and safe holiday! We will be back to answer all your questions this upcoming Monday, Dec. 28th when we return to the office🎄🎁
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Yesterday at 9:42 AM ·
Call it what it is: terrorism.
"While the cannabis industry faced new challenges this year, it continued to grow regardless. As we look ahead to 2021, we can optimistically anticipate another year of growth and continued advancements in legalization and drug reform on both local, state and federal levels."
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The Cannabis Industry: Reviewing 2020 and Predictions for 2021
DID YOU KNOW that in 2020, Vermont became the 11th state to legalize adult-use/recreational cannabis, and only the second to do so legislatively rather than by voter initiative?
Learn what other historic moments happened for the cannabis industry in 2020 in the second installment of our annual blog series >>
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The Cannabis Industry: Reviewing 2020 and Predictions for 2021
Our team would like to wish you a happier and brighter new year! We will return to the office Monday, Jan. 4th ✅
2020 marked both great progress and new challenges for the cannabis industry. As part of our annual blog series, it is worth looking back at the progress that was made and ahead to what we can predict for 2021.
Read more >> http://bit.ly/Cannabis2020Review
Last week, the Marijuana Regulatory Agency (MRA) issued an advisory bulletin that provides guidance on the process to obtain approval for the production of marijuana-infused beverages.
Learn more in our latest blog >>
http://bit.ly/ApprovalProcessCannabisBeveragesMI
"While the cannabis industry faced new challenges this year, it continued to grow regardless. As we look ahead to 2021, we can optimistically anticipate another year of growth and continued advancements in legalization and drug reform on both local, state and federal levels."
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The Cannabis Industry: Reviewing 2020 and Predictions for 2021
DID YOU KNOW that in 2020, Vermont became the 11th state to legalize adult-use/recreational cannabis, and only the second to do so legislatively rather than by voter initiative?
Learn what other historic moments happened for the cannabis industry in 2020 in the second installment of our annual blog series >>
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The Cannabis Industry: Reviewing 2020 and Predictions for 2021
Our team would like to wish you a happier and brighter new year! We will return to the office Monday, Jan. 4th ✅
"The legalization of recreational marijuana use is causing some Michigan municipalities to bleed cash. It comes down to the city's application process as Barton Morris, head of the Cannabis Legal Group in Royal Oak, says. It can be so strict and vigorous that those companies who don't receive a license, will sue due to unclear application guidelines." (via WWJ Newsradio 950)
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"Marijuana-infused beverages are here in Michigan. It's an exciting time as new markets and products are being developed. However, there are lots of details, rules, and requirements involved just in requesting approval to begin production, let alone the production itself, and required ongoing research and development to ensure quality control."
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Guidance on the Approval Process for Production of Marijuana-Infused Beverages
Last week, the Marijuana Regulatory Agency (MRA) issued an advisory bulletin that provides guidance on the process to obtain approval for the production of marijuana-infused beverages.
Learn more in our latest blog >>
http://bit.ly/ApprovalProcessCannabisBeveragesMI
"While the cannabis industry faced new challenges this year, it continued to grow regardless. As we look ahead to 2021, we can optimistically anticipate another year of growth and continued advancements in legalization and drug reform on both local, state and federal levels."
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The Cannabis Industry: Reviewing 2020 and Predictions for 2021
'"This is a really, really progressive initiative,' said Barton Morris, a lawyer and chair of one of the work group's five subcommittees. 'It's going to make Michigan a leader in our industry, throughout the entire country."' (Detroit Free Press)
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Report calls for new marijuana taxes to help promote minority ownership
These recommendations come after data collected by the MRA in December 2020 showed that only 3.8% of individuals owning interest in adult-use licensed facilities are Black or African American, and 1.5% are Hispanic or Latino.
Learn what the recommendations are in our latest blog >> http://bit.ly/RacialEquityRecsMI
"To facilitate the deal and assist with Michigan licensing, Hero Technologies has engaged Barton Morris, Esq., principal attorney at Cannabis Legal Group. The law firm has specialized in cannabis-related business law, licensing, and land use in Michigan for over 10 years." (Yahoo Finance)
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Hero Technologies Expanding Cannabis Business in Michigan
"The legalization of recreational marijuana use is causing some Michigan municipalities to bleed cash. It comes down to the city's application process as Barton Morris, head of the Cannabis Legal Group in Royal Oak, says. It can be so strict and vigorous that those companies who don't receive a license, will sue due to unclear application guidelines." (via WWJ Newsradio 950)
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"Marijuana-infused beverages are here in Michigan. It's an exciting time as new markets and products are being developed. However, there are lots of details, rules, and requirements involved just in requesting approval to begin production, let alone the production itself, and required ongoing research and development to ensure quality control."
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Guidance on the Approval Process for Production of Marijuana-Infused Beverages
Last week, the Marijuana Regulatory Agency (MRA) issued an advisory bulletin that provides guidance on the process to obtain approval for the production of marijuana-infused beverages.
Learn more in our latest blog >>
http://bit.ly/ApprovalProcessCannabisBeveragesMI
"'The history of people of color being arrested and prosecuted for marijuana-related offenses makes them less likely to be given opportunities to participate in the industry,' workgroup member and attorney Barton Morris said." (via the Daily Mining Gazette)
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Michigan’s marijuana industry leaves people of color behind
Now, adult-use and medical cannabis business applicants can schedule a consultation with the Bureau of Fire Services (BFS) to obtain plan review guidance and get code and compliance questions answered before Step 2.
You can learn more in our latest blog >> http://bit.ly/BFSPlanReviewCannabiz
The MRA's Executive Director, Andrew Brisbo, has confirmed that a permanent equity and diversity working group to follow through on the recommendations will be created. Some of the proposed changes can be implemented by the agency, while others will require legislative approval.
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The MRA's 10 Final Recommendations for Racial Equity in the Cannabis Industry
'"This is a really, really progressive initiative,' said Barton Morris, a lawyer and chair of one of the work group's five subcommittees. 'It's going to make Michigan a leader in our industry, throughout the entire country."' (Detroit Free Press)
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Report calls for new marijuana taxes to help promote minority ownership
These recommendations come after data collected by the MRA in December 2020 showed that only 3.8% of individuals owning interest in adult-use licensed facilities are Black or African American, and 1.5% are Hispanic or Latino.
Learn what the recommendations are in our latest blog >> http://bit.ly/RacialEquityRecsMI
"To facilitate the deal and assist with Michigan licensing, Hero Technologies has engaged Barton Morris, Esq., principal attorney at Cannabis Legal Group. The law firm has specialized in cannabis-related business law, licensing, and land use in Michigan for over 10 years." (Yahoo Finance)
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Hero Technologies Expanding Cannabis Business in Michigan
Associate Attorney Andrew Sarazin discusses important information regarding Cannabis Infused Beverages and some of the legal compliance regulations outlined by the MRA in Michigan.
On Jan. 25th, the Marijuana Regulatory Agency (MRA) issued an advisory bulletin for adult-use and medical cannabis business applicants to provide guidance on how they can have their marijuana design plans reviewed prior to submitting their Step 2 application.
Learn more here >>
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"'The history of people of color being arrested and prosecuted for marijuana-related offenses makes them less likely to be given opportunities to participate in the industry,' workgroup member and attorney Barton Morris said." (via the Daily Mining Gazette)
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Michigan’s marijuana industry leaves people of color behind
Now, adult-use and medical cannabis business applicants can schedule a consultation with the Bureau of Fire Services (BFS) to obtain plan review guidance and get code and compliance questions answered before Step 2.
You can learn more in our latest blog >> http://bit.ly/BFSPlanReviewCannabiz
The MRA's Executive Director, Andrew Brisbo, has confirmed that a permanent equity and diversity working group to follow through on the recommendations will be created. Some of the proposed changes can be implemented by the agency, while others will require legislative approval.
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The MRA's 10 Final Recommendations for Racial Equity in the Cannabis Industry
'"This is a really, really progressive initiative,' said Barton Morris, a lawyer and chair of one of the work group's five subcommittees. 'It's going to make Michigan a leader in our industry, throughout the entire country."' (Detroit Free Press)
FREEP.COM
Report calls for new marijuana taxes to help promote minority ownership
Earlier this month, the Marijuana Regulatory Agency (MRA) made the Social Equity plans of some adult-use marijuana licensees publicly available online.
Learn how you can view these plans in our latest blog >>
http://bit.ly/MISocialEquity
"Failure to strictly adhere to the compliance requirements regarding the proper hiring practices of new employees, as well as the training required to be given to the employees once hired, could result in the imposition of fines and other penalties, as well as potentially jeopardize your license to operate as a licensed marijuana facility."
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Employee Screening and Regulatory Compliance Requirements for Cannabis Licensees
Per the Marijuana Regulatory Agency (MRA), ALL cannabis licensed facilities must conduct a criminal history background check on any prospective employee prior to officially hiring them.
Learn what is permitted (and what isn't) on a prospective employee's criminal record in our latest blog >>
http://bit.ly/EmployeeScreeningCannaBiz
Associate Attorney Andrew Sarazin discusses important information regarding Cannabis Infused Beverages and some of the legal compliance regulations outlined by the MRA in Michigan.
On Jan. 25th, the Marijuana Regulatory Agency (MRA) issued an advisory bulletin for adult-use and medical cannabis business applicants to provide guidance on how they can have their marijuana design plans reviewed prior to submitting their Step 2 application.
Learn more here >>
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"'The history of people of color being arrested and prosecuted for marijuana-related offenses makes them less likely to be given opportunities to participate in the industry,' workgroup member and attorney Barton Morris said." (via the Daily Mining Gazette)
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Michigan’s marijuana industry leaves people of color behind
CLG Associate Attorney Andre Perrotta discusses current MRA regulatory compliance guidelines and recommendations for Employers in Michigan's Cannabis Industry.
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February 18 at 9:24 AM ·
Last week, the Michigan Court of Appeals ruled that the legal use of medical marijuana CANNOT be banned as part of probation. It also CANNOT be used as grounds for a probation violation.
Learn what this means for those currently serving probation violations for medical marijuana in our latest blog >> http://bit.ly/MedicalMJProbationMI
"There are now more cannabis workers than cops in Michigan. In a state known for its auto industry, the number of cannabis workers is now roughly equal to the number of auto repair mechanics." (via Leafly)
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Michigan’s marijuana industry surpasses Oregon in cannabis jobs, report says
"Publishing the Michigan social equity program plans of consenting licensees online allows for individuals adversely affected by prohibition to review the plans and seek out opportunities with licensees that are committed to providing such opportunities."
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Marijuana Regulatory Agency Publishes Licensees’ Social Equity Plans Online
Earlier this month, the Marijuana Regulatory Agency (MRA) made the Social Equity plans of some adult-use marijuana licensees publicly available online.
Learn how you can view these plans in our latest blog >>
http://bit.ly/MISocialEquity
"Failure to strictly adhere to the compliance requirements regarding the proper hiring practices of new employees, as well as the training required to be given to the employees once hired, could result in the imposition of fines and other penalties, as well as potentially jeopardize your license to operate as a licensed marijuana facility."
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Employee Screening and Regulatory Compliance Requirements for Cannabis Licensees
Clearly defining testing procedures and standards = safer products for patients and customers. Therefore, it is important for ALL CANNABIS BUSINESSES to be knowledgeable of the stringent testing their products will undergo.
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Updated Sampling Requirements for Concentrates and Infused Products
Recently, the Marijuana Regulatory Agency (MRA) updated the Sampling Requirements for Concentrates and Infused Products. While most of the material is a comprehensive guide for laboratories, there are new sampling protocols and minimum sampling requirements for concentrates and infused products that are specific to processor(s) and growers.
Learn more in our latest blog >> http://bit.ly/MIProcessorGrowerSampling
CLG Associate Attorney Andre Perrotta discusses current MRA regulatory compliance guidelines and recommendations for Employers in Michigan's Cannabis Industry.
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February 18 at 9:24 AM ·
Last week, the Michigan Court of Appeals ruled that the legal use of medical marijuana CANNOT be banned as part of probation. It also CANNOT be used as grounds for a probation violation.
Learn what this means for those currently serving probation violations for medical marijuana in our latest blog >> http://bit.ly/MedicalMJProbationMI
"There are now more cannabis workers than cops in Michigan. In a state known for its auto industry, the number of cannabis workers is now roughly equal to the number of auto repair mechanics." (via Leafly)
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Michigan’s marijuana industry surpasses Oregon in cannabis jobs, report says
"Publishing the Michigan social equity program plans of consenting licensees online allows for individuals adversely affected by prohibition to review the plans and seek out opportunities with licensees that are committed to providing such opportunities."
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Marijuana Regulatory Agency Publishes Licensees’ Social Equity Plans Online
One question typically asked by licensed cannabis facilities is, "can we offer and provide cannabis trade samples to other licensed facilities?"
Associate Attorney Andre Perrotta explores this question in our latest blog >> http://bit.ly/CannabisTradeSamples
STARTING TODAY: Applicants are no longer required to hold an active medical marijuana license to be eligible for the following adult-use licenses:
✅ Marijuana Retailer
✅ Marijuana Processor
✅ Class B Marijuana Grower
✅ Class C Marijuana Grower
✅ Marijuana Secure Transporter
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Michigan to Open Access to Adult-Use Cannabis Market Starting March 2021
Associate Attorney Andrew Sarazin discusses the Social Equity Plan Requirement outlined by the Michigan Regulation and Taxation of Marihuana Act (MRTMA).
Clearly defining testing procedures and standards = safer products for patients and customers. Therefore, it is important for ALL CANNABIS BUSINESSES to be knowledgeable of the stringent testing their products will undergo.
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Updated Sampling Requirements for Concentrates and Infused Products
CLG Associate Attorney Andre Perrotta discusses current MRA regulatory compliance guidelines and recommendations for Employers in Michigan's Cannabis Industry.
The Law Offices Of Barton Morris
February 18 at 9:24 AM ·
Last week, the Michigan Court of Appeals ruled that the legal use of medical marijuana CANNOT be banned as part of probation. It also CANNOT be used as grounds for a probation violation.
Learn what this means for those currently serving probation violations for medical marijuana in our latest blog >> http://bit.ly/MedicalMJProbationMI
The Marijuana Regulatory Agency's (MRA) rules and regulations DO allow certain type of licensed cannabis businesses to provide trade samples to other licensees.
Learn what they are HERE >>
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Cannabis Trade Samples and Internal Product Samples: What's Allowed
One question typically asked by licensed cannabis facilities is, "can we offer and provide cannabis trade samples to other licensed facilities?"
Associate Attorney Andre Perrotta explores this question in our latest blog >> http://bit.ly/CannabisTradeSamples
STARTING TODAY: Applicants are no longer required to hold an active medical marijuana license to be eligible for the following adult-use licenses:
✅ Marijuana Retailer
✅ Marijuana Processor
✅ Class B Marijuana Grower
✅ Class C Marijuana Grower
✅ Marijuana Secure Transporter
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Michigan to Open Access to Adult-Use Cannabis Market Starting March 2021
Associate Attorney Andrew Sarazin discusses the Social Equity Plan Requirement outlined by the Michigan Regulation and Taxation of Marihuana Act (MRTMA).
Clearly defining testing procedures and standards = safer products for patients and customers. Therefore, it is important for ALL CANNABIS BUSINESSES to be knowledgeable of the stringent testing their products will undergo.
MICHIGAN-MARIJUANA-LAWYER.COM
Updated Sampling Requirements for Concentrates and Infused Products
CLG Associate Attorney Andre Perrotta discusses current MRA regulatory compliance guidelines and recommendations for Employers in Michigan's Cannabis Industry.
The Marijuana Regulatory Agency's (MRA) rules and regulations DO allow certain type of licensed cannabis businesses to provide trade samples to other licensees.
Learn what they are HERE >>
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Cannabis Trade Samples and Internal Product Samples: What's Allowed
One question typically asked by licensed cannabis facilities is, "can we offer and provide cannabis trade samples to other licensed facilities?"
Associate Attorney Andre Perrotta explores this question in our latest blog >> http://bit.ly/CannabisTradeSamples
STARTING TODAY: Applicants are no longer required to hold an active medical marijuana license to be eligible for the following adult-use licenses:
✅ Marijuana Retailer
✅ Marijuana Processor
✅ Class B Marijuana Grower
✅ Class C Marijuana Grower
✅ Marijuana Secure Transporter
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Michigan to Open Access to Adult-Use Cannabis Market Starting March 2021
Associate Attorney Andrew Sarazin discusses the Social Equity Plan Requirement outlined by the Michigan Regulation and Taxation of Marihuana Act (MRTMA).
Clearly defining testing procedures and standards = safer products for patients and customers. Therefore, it is important for ALL CANNABIS BUSINESSES to be knowledgeable of the stringent testing their products will undergo.
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Updated Sampling Requirements for Concentrates and Infused Products
CLG Associate Attorney Andre Perrotta discusses current MRA regulatory compliance guidelines and recommendations for Employers in Michigan's Cannabis Industry.
Join CLG's Andrew Sarazin for an update regarding Adult Use Licensing Changes by the MRA in Michigan, which became effective on March 1st, 2021.
There are numerous examples across the state where municipalities find themselves in litigation over their local ordinances when applicants feel the municipality is not following the MRTMA.
Learn how municipalities are finding themselves in "hot water" over alleged MRTMA violations >>
http://bit.ly/MichiganMunicipalityMRTMAViolation
The Marijuana Regulatory Agency's (MRA) rules and regulations DO allow certain type of licensed cannabis businesses to provide trade samples to other licensees.
Learn what they are HERE >>
MICHIGAN-MARIJUANA-LAWYER.COM
Cannabis Trade Samples and Internal Product Samples: What's Allowed
One question typically asked by licensed cannabis facilities is, "can we offer and provide cannabis trade samples to other licensed facilities?"
Associate Attorney Andre Perrotta explores this question in our latest blog >> http://bit.ly/CannabisTradeSamples
STARTING TODAY: Applicants are no longer required to hold an active medical marijuana license to be eligible for the following adult-use licenses:
✅ Marijuana Retailer
✅ Marijuana Processor
✅ Class B Marijuana Grower
✅ Class C Marijuana Grower
✅ Marijuana Secure Transporter
MICHIGAN-MARIJUANA-LAWYER.COM
Michigan to Open Access to Adult-Use Cannabis Market Starting March 2021
Associate Attorney Andrew Sarazin discusses the Social Equity Plan Requirement outlined by the Michigan Regulation and Taxation of Marihuana Act (MRTMA).
The Marijuana Regulatory Agency (MRA) requires all marijuana product to undergo a safety inspection before it is sold. If not done correctly, the process can be EXTREMELY timely and costly. Our team can help you avoid the headache >>
http://bit.ly/MJSafetyInspection
Join CLG's Andrew Sarazin for an update regarding Adult Use Licensing Changes by the MRA in Michigan, which became effective on March 1st, 2021.
There are numerous examples across the state where municipalities find themselves in litigation over their local ordinances when applicants feel the municipality is not following the MRTMA.
Learn how municipalities are finding themselves in "hot water" over alleged MRTMA violations >>
http://bit.ly/MichiganMunicipalityMRTMAViolation
The Marijuana Regulatory Agency's (MRA) rules and regulations DO allow certain type of licensed cannabis businesses to provide trade samples to other licensees.
Learn what they are HERE >>
MICHIGAN-MARIJUANA-LAWYER.COM
Cannabis Trade Samples and Internal Product Samples: What's Allowed
One question typically asked by licensed cannabis facilities is, "can we offer and provide cannabis trade samples to other licensed facilities?"
Associate Attorney Andre Perrotta explores this question in our latest blog >> http://bit.ly/CannabisTradeSamples
STARTING TODAY: Applicants are no longer required to hold an active medical marijuana license to be eligible for the following adult-use licenses:
✅ Marijuana Retailer
✅ Marijuana Processor
✅ Class B Marijuana Grower
✅ Class C Marijuana Grower
✅ Marijuana Secure Transporter
MICHIGAN-MARIJUANA-LAWYER.COM
Michigan to Open Access to Adult-Use Cannabis Market Starting March 2021