In a surprise Statement on October 6, 2022, President Biden announced a pardon of all prior Federal offenses of simple possession of marijuana as well as the …
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Whatcom County To Implement More Restrictive Zoning Regulations for Marijuana Businesses
On Thursday, September 23rd, the Whatcom County Planning Commission will be considering changes to its recreational marijuana production and processing …
Marijuana Is an Essential Business in Washington State
On March 23, 2020, Washington State Governor Jay Inslee issued a “Stay Home, Stay Healthy” order, which requires everyone in the state to stay at home for at …
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The Washington State Supreme Court Issues New Ruling on Water Law – How It Affects Marijuana Businesses
Something that I think that most marijuana businesses can attest to, is that finding a location for a licensed marijuana grow facility can be very difficult in …
Cannabis Consulting
In my law practice, I encounter many individuals and business entities that wish to provide consulting services to licensed marijuana businesses. What is …
Marijuana Stores, 1000 Foot Buffers and Game Arcades
It has been an exciting year for marijuana businesses in Washington State and I feel fortunate to have been able to advise many of these businesses in regard to …
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Finding a Location for Your Retail Marijuana Business
The Washington State Liquor and Cannabis Board (the “Board”) is currently accepting new retail marijuana license applications. Retail licenses will be issued …
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Washington State Passes Marijuana Market Reform Bill
On Saturday, June 27th, the Washington State Legislature Passed HB2136, which seeks to reform the State's legal marijuana market. The new law includes the …
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When Will Washington State Shut Down Medical Marijuana Dispensaries?
Now that Governor Inslee has signed the Cannabis Patient Protection Act into law, the question is how soon will Washington's previously unregulated medical …
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Washington State’s New Medical Marijuana Legislation – What Recreational Marijuana Business Owners Need to Know
Senate Bill 5052, which is known as the Cannabis Patient Protection Act, is awaiting signature by Governor Inslee. It is unlikely that the bill will be vetoed …