Legalization

With federal legislation making its way through Congress this session, we’re expecting more banks offering services to cannabusinesses throughout the U.S. – particularly in Michigan. In April, we saw the …

Curious about cannabis in Michigan in 2021? Northstar has you covered with all of the best insights. Michigan is a hotbed for legal cannabis activity, and as the industry evolves, …

The taboo surrounding cannabis consumption has kept some people from participating. But a new law in New York (New York’s off-duty conduct law) is set to open an untapped portion …

The cannabis industry is growing and evolving at a rapid pace. New York legalized cannabis for medical purposes in the past. But now that marijuana legalization happened and the state is …

The War on Drugs is no longer a priority, but for the legal cannabis market in New Jersey, the black market poses a threat. But just because you’re a legacy …

Medical cannabis in Michigan was expanded upon in the summer of 2018 after the state approved eleven new measures for cannabis patients. But is cannabis legal in Michigan? Yes. But, …

Adult-use cannabis is now legal in New Jersey following Governor Murphy signing the New Jersey Cannabis Regulatory Enforcement Assistance and Modernization Act (CREAMMA) on February 22, 2021. Cannabis possession in …

Blockchain and crypto-asset payment systems are becoming increasingly common across various industries; people purchase cars, homes, services, and more with these payment systems’ availability. But the impact these systems can …

Cannabis compliance problems are the ultimate damper on any business operating in this sector. While countless Americans have been supporting the industry by purchasing cannabis products as they struggle with …

Some of the most common questions we receive about getting a Michigan growers license are: How do I become a Class A grower in Michigan? How much is a Class …

You’re curious about how to open a cannabis dispensary in New Jersey . As with any business-minded person, you’ve seen the successful cannabis entrepreneurs in other states, and now that the New Jersey adult-use cannabis …

Cannabis laws and penalties in Michigan are quite different from federal law. As with most states, marijuana regulations in Michigan even differ from the states surrounding it. With this in …

Cannabis business licensing in New Jersey is one of the fastest-growing topics in the state. With the recent vote legalizing recreational cannabis in the Garden State, it’s safe to say …

Wondering how to start a legal cannabis business in Michigan? You’ve come to the right place. The Great Lake State officially legalized marijuana, and as more progress is made, entering …

Cannabis nursery businesses can be excellent investments for nearly anyone operating in the cannabis sector. While starting or purchasing a nursery sounds like a smart move, it’s ideal to know …

It is now almost one month since a major step was taken in the federal legalization of marijuana . The House Judiciary Committee approved a bill that would remove cannabis from Schedule 1 of …