If you are a cannabis transporter in California, you likely have questions about obtaining and maintaining a license. There are many state laws and local regulations that you must follow. A California cannabis business attorney can guide you through the process and make sure you stay up to date with relevant information.
McElfresh Law has been helping cannabis businesses since the legalization of medical marijuana in California. Now we assist companies with recreational and medical licenses. Call us today at (858) 756-7107 or use our online contact form for a consultation.
Obtaining a cannabis transport license can be complex. You must comply with many state and local laws. You may have to research which regulations apply in the jurisdiction where you want to open your business. It would help if you had an ally familiar with legal issues and the licensing process on your side.
Attorney Jessica McElfresh has worked with countless cannabis businesses since marijuana became legal in California. She has in-depth knowledge about the ever-changing laws, and she can help you expedite the process of obtaining a license.
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Cannabis transporter licenses allow businesses to move more significant amounts of marijuana from one licensed location to another. There is no difference between a recreational and medical transporter. As long as they are clearly identified, you may transport medicinal and adult-use cannabis together.
A cannabis transport license falls under California’s distribution category. Details about the license depend on whether you want to transport cannabis goods to retail or transport for other businesses.
One of the most common types of distributor licenses is a Type 11 Distributor. Companies holding this type of license can:
The Type 13 “Transport Only” Distributor License is more limited. It only allows the license holder to move cannabis and finished cannabis products between cultivation, manufacturing, and distribution businesses. Companies that only transport cultivated or manufactured in-house goods may qualify for reduced license fees.
A cannabis delivery license holder can provide retail delivery without a storefront. The license allows for the sale of cannabis exclusively by delivery. By contrast, a transport-only license enables the movement of cannabis to cannabis license holders.
Cannabis transport-only licenses are becoming more popular and making big profits in California. Information gathered by the California Department of Cannabis Control (CDCC) indicates that 25% of marijuana retailers make more than $1 million annually. More than 90% of transport-only businesses are profitable within the first year of business.
To get a cannabis transport license through the California Department of Cannabis Control (CDCC), you will need to take the following steps:
Cannabis businesses should have legal representation to ensure they meet all state and local requirements. They would also do best to have a lawyer on standby if there are any federal legal issues. Call McElfresh Law today at (858) 756-7107 or use our online contact form for an initial consultation.
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