Category: Outlaw Report
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Virginia sets July 2027 launch for retail cannabis sales, shifts hemp oversight to CCA
Virginia is overhauling how it regulates both cannabis and hemp, following a batch of bills passed during the 2026 General Assembly session and signed into law by Governor Abigail Spanberger.
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MCA says it’s not aware of any DEA inspections happening in Maryland
Maryland Cannabis Administration addresses DEA inspections at cannabis businesses tied to federal registration applications, says state licensing remains unaffected.
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D.C. cannabis operator files $1.6M lawsuit over failed cultivation buildout
Green Grow LLC has sued The Indoor Farmer and its principals in federal court, alleging breach of contract and fraud related to a failed cannabis cultivation buildout in Washington, D.C. The complaint claims the defendants failed to deliver a promised turnkey grow system, over-specified equipment purchases, and ultimately abandoned the project, leaving Green Grow with…
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Maryland Tightens Cannabis Agent Registration and Criminal History Requirements in 2026 Guidance
The Maryland Cannabis Administration released guidance clarifying agent registration and criminal history check procedures for cannabis businesses. The guidance details OneStop registration steps, fingerprint submission processes, and compliance with statutory background check requirements, including exemptions for licensed security personnel.
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D.C. cannabis shop wins in Court of Appeals against ANC
The D.C. Court of Appeals dismissed petitions from ANC 2C and Commissioner Thomas Lee challenging the Alcoholic Beverage and Cannabis Board’s approval of a medical cannabis license for UND Necessities LLC, operating as DC Smoke at 717 D Street NW in Chinatown. The ruling leaves intact the Board’s May 1, 2024, approval, which followed the…
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Maryland MSO cannabis dispensary fined for advertising violations targeting minors
Maryland regulators fined Baltimore dispensary Releaf Shop $2,500 for a second advertising violation in two years, citing indirect targeting of under-21 audiences at a family-oriented festival.
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Crackdown on unlicensed cannabis businesses continues across Washington, D.C.
Ongoing closures of illegal cannabis dispensaries in Washington D.C. by ABCA and MPD continue, including recent raids on U Street, H Street NE, and Adams Morgan.
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As Cannabis Users Age, Health Risks Appear To Grow
Cannabis use is rapidly increasing among older adults, raising concerns among geriatricians and researchers about potential harms, despite perceived benefits for conditions like insomnia and chronic pain.
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Capitol Hemp sues D.C. over hemp laws and challenges congressional ban
Capitol Hemp, D.C.’s oldest hemp retailer, has filed two lawsuits challenging the District’s ambiguous hemp regulations and the federal Harris Amendment, which restricts D.C.’s legislative authority over Schedule I substances.
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Crafting Calm in a Fast-Paced World: The Story Behind Easyday Edibles
We chatted with Alan Manstof about his unconventional path to launching Easyday Edibles. What began with a stove-top gummy experiment evolved—after decades of curiosity and a marketing bootcamp led by his son—into a brand defined by clean ingredients, visual flair, and a laid-back ethos. In this interview, Manstof reflects on the lessons learned from building…
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4/20 Happenings in the DMV: Events, Specials, Activism and More!
It’s that time of year again—buds are bloomin’, clouds are puffin’, and the DMV is lighting up for 4/20. Whether you’re planning to chill, socialize, or fight for the cause, this year’s lineup has something for every kind of cannabis lover. From concerts and movies to policy talks and prison reform, the DC scene is…
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Over 270 medical cannabis dispensaries could open in D.C. in the next year
Our analysis found that 276 businesses are at some point in the process of being approved or opening. There are currently only 11 medical dispensaries operating in The District, four of these are new licensees that were formerly unlicensed operators doing business in the D.C. “I-71 gifting” market.