By Daniel Molina
Jan 8, 2026
Tennessee’s approach to regulating hemp-derived cannabinoid products has evolved through legislative action, agency rulemaking, and ongoing litigation. This overview traces the transition of regulatory authority from the Tennessee Department of Agriculture to the Tennessee Alcoholic Beverage Commission. It explains how legacy licensing and emergency rules shape compliance heading into 2026.
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By Genevieve Meehan
Dec 30, 2025
Regulatory shifts are coming fast. Here’s how to prepare, stay compliant, and stay ahead.
By Shawn Hauser, Angela George, Genevieve Meehan
Nov 24, 2025
The FDA maintains that hemp-derived cannabinoids are not lawful food additives and has intensified enforcement against products making unapproved therapeutic claims, using unsafe or high-risk formulations, containing delta-8 in food, appealing to children through “copycat” packaging, or targeting pets and livestock. Recent warning letters reflect a clear shift toward stricter oversight across the hemp and cannabinoid sector. These measures highlight the rapidly evolving regulatory landscape and the need for companies to understand key enforcement themes from 2024–2025 and maintain strict compliance with federal and state law.
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By Shawn Hauser, Juliana Todeschi and Angela George
Sep 26, 2025
Maryland’s Appellate Court has ruled that consumable hemp products are fully subject to the state’s Cannabis Reform Act (CRA), overturning a 2023 injunction that had allowed some unlicensed hemp sales. This decision means that all hemp retailers must now obtain state cannabis licenses and comply with strict limits on THC content, packaging, labeling, and testing. Read on to learn more.
Sep 18, 2025
Vicente LLP is proud to announce that 15 members of our cannabis and psychedelics practices have been recognized in the 2025 Top 200 global industry directories! We’re grateful for the acknowledgement of our team’s dedication and expertise in these industries.
Sep 8, 2025
In this live session, Vicente LLP attorneys will offer practical guidance on navigating Rhode Island’s real estate, land use and zoning, and local approval requirements every prospective cannabis retailer should understand before applying. Whether you are preparing to apply, seeking to expand into Rhode Island’s market, or advising stakeholders on cannabis development projects, this session will provide practical guidance to position your retail business for success.
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By Steve Pemberton
Apr 15, 2025
Nebraska’s Attorney General has issued cease-and-desist letters to over 100 hemp retailers, citing illegal Delta-9 THC levels. The crackdown highlights the state’s aggressive stance on synthetic THC and mirrors growing national pressure on hemp businesses. Find out how these enforcement actions could impact the industry and what steps businesses can take to stay compliant.
By Brandon Kurtzman, Neil Willner
Mar 11, 2025
As New York’s cannabis market evolves, regulators are ramping up enforcement. Licensees must have a proactive compliance strategy for their business to avoid fines and penalties. In this insights post, we dive into the key areas of compliance risk under the newly established Trade Practices Bureau, including ownership violations, license stacking, and fraudulent practices. We also highlight proactive steps businesses can take to stay ahead of regulatory changes and protect their licenses.
Feb 6, 2025
Watch this session, where Vicente attorney Meg Nash and director of compliance Casey Leaver take a look back at Rhode Island's cannabis market in 2024 and a look ahead at what’s to come in 2025, including what has happened during the transitional period, recent regulatory enforcement actions against current medical and hybrid operators, the proposed regulations that will govern the adult-use market, and how to prepare for the upcoming licensing process.
By Jennifer Cabrera, Casey Leaver, Stephen Pemberton
Oct 17, 2024
Compliance is becoming more important than ever as the New Jersey Cannabis Regulatory Commission recently began actively pursuing enforcement actions against license cannabis businesses, resulting in the issuance of thousands of dollars of fines for noncompliance.
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By Genevieve Meehan
Jan 11, 2024
The Colorado Marijuana Enforcement Division (“MED”) implemented new rules that became effective on January 8th, 2024. Read on to learn more about these important regulatory changes and how they may impact your marijuana business.
Apr 19, 2023
Watch this Vicente LLP session for insights on current CRA enforcement trends and best practices for running a compliant cannabis business in Michigan.
By Krissy Atterholt
Mar 30, 2023
Regulatory enforcement against Michigan cannabis licensees has increased significantly since mid-2022. Read this article for a breakdown of the number of actions, types of penalties, and categories of non-compliance resulting in enforcement.