DC cracks against illegal cannabi shops, closes dozens

In Washington, DC, the officials reinforce their approach to non -licensed cannabi stores and close dozens of companies that work outside the city's regulatory framework. While cannabis is legal for personal use in DC, the lack of a regulated market has led to an increase in illegal business that exploits gaps in the law. Now the authorities appear to enforce compliance and to close non -authorized operations.

The gifts gap

Since DC voters approved the legalization of cannabis in 2014, the city stuck in a legal gray area. The Congress has repeatedly prevented the city from creating a regulated retail market and preventing licensed pharmacies from selling leisure scannabis. This has meant that customers in which customers receive non-cannabis articles such as stickers or T-shirts -als.

City officials take measures

The alcoholic beverage and cannabis management of DC (ABCA) and the law enforcement authorities have identified and closed numerous illegal cannabi shops in the city. Officials argue that these businesses undermine public security, avoid taxes and create an unfair competition for medical pharmacies that must correspond to strict regulations.

What's next for the cannabis industry from DC?

While the procedure aims at non -licensed business, many supporters argue that the real problem is that the congress blocks the city from creating a regulated market. If the legislator increases the restriction, DC could determine a legal framework for the sale of leisure activities and reduce the dependence on non -regulated business. In the meantime, the enforcement efforts will probably continue and illegal companies are pushing out of the shade or forcing them to seek legal medical licenses.

While the cannabis industry is developing in DC, the struggle for full legalization for lawyers and business owners alike is a top priority.