I never thought I'd see the day...So, picture this: I'm lounging in the digital jungles of social media, just casually scrolling through the feeds, when suddenly, a buzz starts building. People are talking, tweeting, and sharing something peculiar – an email from none other than the Department of Consumer Protection. Now, normally, you'd expect official government emails to be … [Read more...] about Puff, Puff, Pass: Connecticut Sends Digital Smoke Signals To Stock Up On Weed!
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Two CT cannabis businesses owe the state combined $2 million
Two of Connecticut’s largest cannabis companies owe the state a combined $2 million after failing to open up retail outlets within the statutorily mandated time frame. Cannabis grower Theraplant owes the state $1.5 million, Department of Consumer Protection spokesperson Kaitlyn Krasselt confirmed. Zen Leaf in Meriden, owned by cannabis giant Verano, owes $500,000.There is a $3 … [Read more...] about Two CT cannabis businesses owe the state combined $2 million
Indica or sativa? CT researchers say it’s just ‘marketing’
Look at any cannabis retailer’s menu and you’ll see two kinds of cannabis, indica and sativa. The commonly held belief is that one produces a “head high” while the other produces a “body high.” According to Healthline.com, for example, “Sativa has primarily an energizing effect, while indica has a relaxing effect and can help you sleep.” Rino Ferrarese, who runs … [Read more...] about Indica or sativa? CT researchers say it’s just ‘marketing’
Connecticut Appellate Court Rules Employer Could Discharge Medical Marijuana User Impaired on the Job
On March 19, 2024, the Connecticut Appellate Court upheld an employer’s right to discharge an employee for being impaired on the job from medical marijuana under a state law that provides employment protections for qualified medical marijuana users.Quick HitsThe Connecticut Appellate Court upheld the discharge of an employee who was a qualified medical marijuana user because … [Read more...] about Connecticut Appellate Court Rules Employer Could Discharge Medical Marijuana User Impaired on the Job
Purchase Power Play: Inside The Connecticut Cannabis Lottery Circus
Step right up, ladies and gentlemen! Welcome to the grand spectacle of the Department of Consumer Protection's (DCP) lottery extravaganza! Here, in the heart of the circus, applications dance on the tightrope of chance, vying for a coveted spot under the big top of licenses.As the ringmaster of this grand affair, DCP orchestrates a mesmerizing show where the fate of hopeful … [Read more...] about Purchase Power Play: Inside The Connecticut Cannabis Lottery Circus
Court Clarifies Employers’ Rights Under Connecticut’s Palliative Use of Marijuana Act, Guidance on Drug Testing
In a recent decision affirming summary judgment in favor of defendant Human Resources Agency of New Britain, Inc. (the “Agency”), the Connecticut Appellate Court provided employers with useful guidance about managing disabled employees who are also qualified medical marijuana users, and appropriately requiring reasonable suspicion drug testing.BackgroundIn early 2018, the … [Read more...] about Court Clarifies Employers’ Rights Under Connecticut’s Palliative Use of Marijuana Act, Guidance on Drug Testing
Brookfield would become one of first area towns to permit cannabis businesses under proposed rules
BROOKFIELD — With a moratorium that restricts the opening of new cannabis businesses in town set to expire in May, the Zoning Commission has scheduled a public hearing to gather feedback from residents and business owners before adopting proposed zoning regulations to allow such establishments to operate.The hearing will be held at 7 p.m. March 28 in Room 133 of the Brookfield … [Read more...] about Brookfield would become one of first area towns to permit cannabis businesses under proposed rules
CT launches new campaign to warn kids and parents about illegally-packaged cannabis edibles
A new public service ad warning parents of cannabis edibles that are illegally packaged to look like common kid snacks is now running in Connecticut.The ad begins with kids opening their school lockers. They find candy, and excited, they trade. But what looks like regular candy is really cannabis. Then Bryan Cafferelli, state consumer protection commissioner, walks down the … [Read more...] about CT launches new campaign to warn kids and parents about illegally-packaged cannabis edibles
Fine Fettle, Norwalk’s first recreational cannabis dispensary, is now open: ‘People are excited’
NORWALK — Even with blustery 29-degree weather and 31 mile-per-hour wind gusts, a growing line of about 20 couldn’t be deterred from the city’s first recreational cannabis dispensary on its opening day.The Fine Fettle location at 191 Main St. opened Thursday with a 20 percent discount for customers’ first purchase at the location, with an added bonus that customers who sign up … [Read more...] about Fine Fettle, Norwalk’s first recreational cannabis dispensary, is now open: ‘People are excited’
Cannabis advocates say there’s still 1,200 people whose Connecticut sentences should be modified
HARTFORD — While the state's 2021 legalization of adult-use cannabis cleared the criminal records of thousands of people, as many as 1,200 others should have their Connecticut cases reviewed and their incarceration or probationary periods modified or terminated, advocates told the legislative Judiciary Committee on Wednesday.But Chief State's Attorney Patrick Griffin told the … [Read more...] about Cannabis advocates say there’s still 1,200 people whose Connecticut sentences should be modified
