OLCC Sanctioned Medford Marijuana Retailer for Violating Licensing Contract
The Oregon Liquor and Cannabis Commission (OLCC) has sanctioned a Medford marijuana retailer for violating its state licensing contract.
According to OLCC Marijuana Stipulated Settlement Agreements released Friday, La Mota Medford was punished for two unspecified violations. The local cannabis business agreed to pay a $4,885 fine or serve a 26-day suspension.
Four other marijuana retailers -- Bud Bros, Paradise Found, Cannabis Curb and The Local Market -- were also sanctioned by the OLCC for violations. There was a total of 10 stipulated settlements for alcohol and marijuana licensees or applicants ratified this month by the state agency.
The OLCC also celebrated the agency's 90th anniversary during this month's meeting. On December 15th, 1933, the OLCC was formed in the wake of the end of Prohibition.
OLCC Executive Director Craig Prins acknowledged that the Knox Act enacted after the repeal of the 18th Amendment was the foundation that led to the evolution of the OLCC in its current form. He said a desire to separate the economic powers of alcohol manufacturers, distributors and retailers gave birth to the state agency.
