NYS to open cannabis dispensary license applications to drug convicts first

 The Office of Cannabis Management announced Thursday it will begin accepting applications for conditional, adult-use retail dispensary licenses in two weeks.

License applications will be available on August 25, first for those who have a marijuana-related conviction that occurred prior to the passage of the Marijuana Regulation and Tax Act. Those who have had a close relative with a marijuana-related conviction in New York State will also be first in line.

Applicants must also have experience owning and operating a “qualifying” business.

Applications will be accepted through September 26. The Office of Cannabis Management has posted a resource page to help those seeking more information.

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