Oh CRAP - It's the Cannabis Regulatory Agency Police

Oh CRAP – It’s the Cannabis Regulatory Agency Police.

Oh CRAP is what you’ll be saying if you get a visit from the Cannabis Regulatory Agency Police. One of many most unwanted but somewhat needed agencies in Michigan.

At any moment, on any day, and without prior warning, Michigan regulators from the Cannabis Regulatory Agency Police may have the legal authority to monitor marijuana businesses and their customers.

This is contingent on one of the numerous proposed rule changes currently under consideration by Michigan’s Cannabis Regulatory Agency (CRA) taking effect.

Businesses must diligently monitor and document various key areas of their operations, such as sales, processing, shipping, and access points. It is essential for them to maintain a minimum of 30 days of recorded footage and to be prepared to supply this information to CRA investigators when requested.

Changes are coming and LIVE Monitoring is on the menu comrade.

According to the AI

Increased Scrutiny: Michigan regulators are increasing their oversight of marijuana businesses and, potentially, their customers.
Lifetime Bans: The Cannabis Regulatory Agency (CRA) is issuing lifetime bans to individuals who violate the Michigan Regulation and Taxation of Marijuana Act.
Violations: Violations include selling cannabis to underage individuals, possessing unsecured marijuana products, failing to maintain proper security systems, and not completing background checks on employees.
Enforcement: The CRA is taking a stricter approach to enforcement, including revoking licenses and barring individuals from participating in the industry.
Monitoring: The state utilizes a statewide monitoring system to track cannabis products and ensure compliance.
Rule Revisions: The CRA is updating its rules to address licensing, social equity, financial compliance, the statewide monitoring system, sampling and testing, general operations, and enforcement.

Details:

Underage Sales: In one instance, a store sold cannabis to an underage state police cadet, leading to serious repercussions.
Security Lapses: Inspections have revealed instances of businesses operating without electricity, alarms, or video surveillance, and with unsecured cannabis products.
Inventory Issues: The CRA has addressed issues such as untagged products, missing or inaccurate inventory records, and misleading labeling.
Financial Oversight: Regulators are requiring licensees to reconcile revenue monthly and maintain records of all payments.
Worker Protection: There are discussions about ensuring fair labor practices within the cannabis industry, including protecting workers’ rights to organize and ensuring good-paying jobs.

Fun things you can do at the CRA Website