The California Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control (ABC) oversees all liquor licensing activities. And California law requires that any business that sells alcohol must obtain a permit issued by the ABC. While commonly referred to as liquor licenses, these...
Key Takeaways: Washington is not accepting new dispensary license applications, so the only two paths in are buying an existing license or qualifying through the state’s Social Equity Program. License fees rose on July 1, 2026: the application fee stays at $250,...
Florida liquor license requirements are more complex than most states. Hard liquor licenses are quota-restricted, fees vary by county and license type, and multiple state agencies are involved in the approval process. Whether you are opening a retail package store, a...
California legalized medical marijuana all the way back in 1996. In 2016, the state opened up for recreational cannabis sales. Today, the Golden State is currently churning over $400 million each month in legal adult-use sales. And more than 1,500 dispensaries are...
