Cannabis Law
The Cannabis Paradox: Clarifying the Confusing Legality of Delta-8, THC-O, THCV, and Synthetically Derived THC
Posted in Cannabis Law
Both marijuana and hemp belong to the genus plant cannabis sativa and are slightly different “breeds” of the same “species.” While both marijuana and hemp plants contain more than 100 cannabinoids (distinct chemicals found in the cannabis plant), the discerning difference between the two is that marijuana typically has abundant levels of the psychoactive… Continue reading
Interstate Cannabis Commerce on the Horizon Thanks to California
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Despite the proliferation of in-state cannabis businesses and commerce, the sale and transportation of marijuana between and among states, even states with legal cannabis frameworks, remains federally prohibited due to the classification of marijuana as a Schedule 1 drug under the Controlled Substances Act. This has led to some of… Continue reading
Next steps after approved applications for New Jersey cannabis businesses
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If your conditional, conversion, microbusiness, or annual application has been approved by the Cannabis Regulatory Commission, congratulations! You have cleared the first major hurdle in obtaining a cannabis license in New Jersey. As advisors and legal counsel to a handful of successful applicants who have obtained conditional and annual approvals… Continue reading
Metes & Bounds: What Are the Typical Zoning Conditions and Restrictions Enacted by Municipalities Allowing Cannabis Operations in Their Towns?
Posted in Cannabis Law, Commercial, Retail & Industrial Real Estate
As towns and municipalities scrambled to meet the August 22nd deadline to regulate or prohibit marijuana establishments within their borders, a few noticeable trends emerged. As expected, many townships, including Freehold, Morristown, Franklin Lakes, Cherry Hill, Asbury Park, Haddonfield, and Ocean City, prohibited any and all marijuana businesses and operations… Continue reading
Growing Gold: Now that New Jersey Legalized Marijuana for Adult Use Here’s What You Need to Know About Winning A License
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Home to nearly 9 million people, New Jersey is now the epicenter of the green rush hitting the East Coast. Investors, businesspeople, professionals, operators, pharmacists, doctors, and entrepreneurs have their sights set on what is predicted to be a billion-dollar adult use industry in the Garden State. Easily accessible to… Continue reading
