Variscite Changed New York Cannabis Licensing: What Applicants Should Do Now
Variscite New York cannabis is the focus of a pivotal appellate ruling that upended the state’s licensing regime. The landscape of New York cannabis licensing was turned upside down when the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit decided Variscite NY Four, LLC v. New York. The panel ruled that the state’s extra-priority rules—designed […]
New York Dispensary Siting (2025–2026): LOCAL Map, Proximity Rules & Municipal Notice
New York Dispensary Siting (2025–2026): LOCAL Map, Proximity Rules & Municipal Notice Before you lock in a lease, validate your New York dispensary siting decision using the state’s official tools and rules. This guide walks you through using the LOCAL map, confirms proximity buffers and explains the required municipal notice. For hands-on support or document […]
Navigating True Party of Interest in New York Cannabis: A Guide for Business Owners
What is the true party of interest in New York cannabis? In New York’s cannabis industry, a True Party of Interest (TPI) is defined as an individual or entity with an ownership interest, financial interest, control, or contractual entitlement in the applicant. The rules and regulations require the disclosure of all TPIs, including spouses and […]
How to Apply for a New York Cannabis License
Applying for a New York Cannabis License The Office of Cannabis Management Cannabis Control Board (CCB) of New York has applications for cannabis adult use licenses. We will examine what we know about the rules and regulations for the business license application process in NY. We base this information on the regulations for Conditional Adult-Use […]
New York CAURD License Application
New York Conditional Adult Use Retail Dispensary (CAURD) License 150 CAURD licenses for qualified Justice Involved applicants will be issued in New York by the Office of Cannabis Management. These dispensary licenses are going to be awarded only to eligible individuals pursuant to Section 116 of the rules. These are the only New York dispensaries […]
License Limits in New York Cannabis
New York adults can legally possess and use cannabis starting March 31, 2021. Public smoking of cannabis is not allowed and it remains illegal to drive while under the influence of cannabis. New Yorkers 21 and older can possess up to three ounces of cannabis flower or its equivalent in concentrated form, as well as […]
New York Cannabis Lawyer
New York Cannabis Lawyer New York cannabis attorneys are a brand new breed of lawyers that were not legal before. With adult use cannabis poised to open up as the Empire State embarks on legal cannabis businesses that put communities impacted by the failed War on Drugs first. Let’s examine what a New York Cannabis […]
New York Social Equity License for Cannabis
New York became the 15th state to legalize recreational cannabis after a campaign that lasted various years. On March 31st, 2021, the state of New York legalized adult-use cannabis by signing the Marijuana Regulation and Taxation Act (MRTA). The MRTA established provisions to implement a comprehensive regulatory framework for medical, adult-use, and cannabinoid hemp. The […]
How to get a Cannabis Business License in New York
On late March 2021, New York legalized cannabis sales for adults over 21 years old. However, sales won’t go into effect until -at least- next year, with estimates expecting the market to capture more than $1.2 billion in sales on its first year. In this sense, if you live in the Empire State, and want […]
How to Open a Dispensary in New York: Step-By-Step Process
Discover detailed insights on how to open a dispensary in New York so you can maneuver through the complex licensing process. Discerning the law’s fine print is pivotal in navigating the complex licensing process and ensuring a successful start in this promising industry. New York is on the verge of a cannabis revolution, with the […]