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Compliance

California Unified Cannabis Enforcement Taskforce Seizes 7,503 Illicit Cannabis Plants in Second Operation

The UCETF served 13 search warrants between Oct. 18 and 19 and seized roughly $8 million worth of illicit cannabis.

October 27, 2022

Compliance

Gov. Newsom’s Unified Enforcement Task Force Seizes More Than $15 Million of Illegal Cannabis

The task force eradicated 11,260 illicit cannabis plants and 5,237 pounds of processed illegal cannabis during an investigation Oct. 4.

October 14, 2022

Legislation and Regulation

California Attorney General Announces Broader Effort to Eliminate Illicit Cannabis Operations

Attorney General Rob Bonta says the state will expand its multi-agency seasonal eradication program into a year-round effort to investigate illegal grows.

October 13, 2022

California

California Department of Cannabis Control Seeks $128 Million in Penalties From Illegal Cannabis Businesses

Regulators want a judge to order the defendants to pay the price for producing and selling products in the state for more than a year without a license.

September 27, 2022

Top Stories

Attempted Burglary at Illicit Cannabis Grow in San Leandro Ends in Shooting

The shootout left three people injured, two in critical condition.

September 12, 2022

Legislation and Regulation

California’s DCC Has Seized More Than $1 Billion in Illegal Cannabis

The department, created in July 2021 when three agencies were consolidated, has since been busy cracking down on illicit cannabis operations, among other initiatives.

August 25, 2022

Legislation and Regulation

Los Angeles County Voters to Decide on Cannabis Taxes in Unincorporated Areas This November

The proposed measure will be placed on the Nov. 8 ballot and will require a majority vote to pass.

August 12, 2022

California

More Than 34,000 Illicit Cannabis Plants Seized from California Hemp Farm

Investigators also found over 4,600 pounds of processed illicit cannabis and 124 greenhouses.

August 3, 2022

Compliance

UPDATE: Cannabis Lab Managers Criticize DCC’s Proposed Testing Regulations

California lab representatives shared numerous concerns during an Aug. 1 public hearing.

August 3, 2022

Interviews & Opinion

10 Takeaways From the 'Navigating California: Tips From Seasoned Operators + Experts' Webinar

California trailblazers provide data and insights into how businesses can navigate the challenges surrounding the state's legal cannabis market.

July 27, 2022

Legislation and Regulation

165,000+ Illicit Cannabis Plants Seized in Mendocino County

Between July 11 and July 15, the County of Mendocino Marijuana Enforcement Team searched the cities of Covelo, Laytonville, and Willits.

July 21, 2022

Compliance

California Department of Fish and Wildlife Awards $1.8M in Grants For Sustainable Cannabis Cultivation

The available funding can be secured by cultivators through eligible entities, including nonprofits, government agencies and tribes.

July 12, 2022