Regulations

Purpose

To ensure the dispensary remains continuously compliant with all state and local cannabis laws, regulations, licensing requirements, and reporting obligations. This SOP prevents violations, fines, license suspension, and enforcement actions.

Role

Compliance Manager
General Manager
Inventory Manager

Timing

  • Daily compliance verification
  • Weekly compliance review
  • Monthly regulatory reporting
  • Immediately upon regulatory change
  • During inspections or audits
  • Steps

    1. Maintain an active, current copy of all state and local cannabis regulations.
    2. Verify that all operational procedures align with current laws.
    3. Review license status, operational permits, and renewals monthly.
    4. Monitor daily compliance activity including inventory tracking, sales limits, labeling, and security.
    5. Document all compliance actions and retain for audit readiness.
    6. Immediately update SOPs when regulatory changes occur.
    7. Escalate any potential violation to executive leadership immediately.

    Equipment

  • State regulatory rulebook
  • Compliance tracking dashboard
  • License and permit renewal calendar
  • Regulatory update alert system
  • Compliance documentation vault
  • Tip

    Never wait for regulators to notify you of a rule change. Be proactive & monitor changes as they happen. This is a core compliance duty.