California cannabis regulators reported more citations were issued in the first few months of this year than all of 2024 when it comes to product labeling and advertising geared toward children.
In the months leading up to April, California Department of Cannabis Control reported five citations were issued. In 2024, the agency handed out two citations, along with 13 notices of compliance on potential violations.
Although the number of citations is not even in the double digits, fines on citations can range from $5,000 to $30,000. Problems that start with complaints may also lead to recalls. State agency officials have noted they are also fielding more complaints about marketing violations.
The state's Medical and Adult Use Cannabis Regulation and Safety Act (MAUCRSA) was established in January 2017 after voters passed Proposition 64, which legalized adult use statewide.
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