Leafly Challenges Certain New York Cannabis Regulations; Court Enters Order Blocking Enforcement
- Licensed retailers in New York will continue to have access to important advertising and marketing tools
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The court’s order keeps important advertising and marketing tools available to New York Cannabis retailers
The lawsuit alleges that New York’s Office of Cannabis Management (OCM) unfairly targeted so-called “third-party platforms” in a misguided attempt to restrict the manner in which retailers may market or promote their business and products, and prevent price-shopping consumer behaviors. Leafly believes, and the lawsuit alleges, that the adoption of these regulations by the state is both arbitrary and capricious and a violation of
“We are very pleased with the order, but remain concerned that the Office of Cannabis Management’s stance towards third-party platforms deprives consumers and licensed cannabis retailers with important tools that help them navigate legal cannabis in
“Leafly is a critical platform for us to reach consumers. The decision is a step in the right direction and gives retailers in
“Leafly is an informative and valuable resource for consumers as they navigate the complex world of cannabis,” said Rosanna St. John, a Leafly user and one of the petitioners. “I believe everyone has the right to be an informed shopper, to shop where they’d like, and price compare accordingly. These regulations needlessly restrict typical consumer activities.”
The case is Leafly Holdings, Inc. et al vs. New York State Office of Cannabis Management et al, Index No. 908706-23, filed in the State of New York Supreme Court in
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