Office Of Cannabis Management

Skip to main content Adult-Use License Renewal Application Now Open Renewal applications must be submitted between 60 and 120 days before your license expires. Submitting outside this window may result in delays or non-renewal. Learn More Submit Your Renewal Application Taking bold actions to encourage social justice, public health and economic development in the lives of all New Yorkers Office of Cannabis Management

The Marijuana Regulation and Taxation Act creates a first in the nation comprehensive regulatory structure to oversee the licensure, cultivation, production, distribution, sale and taxation of medical, adult-use and cannabinoid hemp within New York State.

Comprehensive Regulatory Framework Social Justice

Establishes a robust social and economic equity program to actively encourage members from communities disproportionately impacted by the policies of prohibition to participate in the new industry.

Public Health & Safety

Administers a sophisticated quality assurance regulatory structure including standards for production and manufacturing, strict product testing, labeling, packaging and advertising to ensure products are safer for consumers and not targeted to youth.

Economic Development

Encourages small business and farmers to participate in the cannabis industry with the creation of microbusiness, cooperative and delivery license types.

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Adult-Use Retail Dispensaries

All regulated, licensed dispensaries must post the dispensary verification tool near their main entrance.

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Registered patients can buy medical cannabis products from dispensing facilities operated by registered organizations across New York State.

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Who Does What? Compliance Unit vs. Licensing Unit

Compliance

The Compliance Unit manages licensee-related matters such as inspections, quarantines, and recalls. It also answers questions about interpreting regulations and provides guidance on operational issues—like what types of products can be produced, which ingredients may be used, and training required for employees of a licensee.

LEARN MORE ABOUT COMPLIANCE Licensing

The Licensing Unit reviews and provides updates on license applications, including new applications, amendments, and renewals. It also addresses ownership questions, requests to cease licensed activity, and license surrenders.

LEARN MORE ABOUT LICENSING Learn. Share. Stay Informed. Cannabis Education Library Now Available Access educational materials that inform the public about cannabis rules and laws, consumer safety, medical cannabis and more. VIEW EDUCATION LIBRARY PRINT CATALOGUE (PDF) ACCESS THE EDUCATIONAL MATERIALS ORDER FREE PRINT MATERIALS Reports The 2025 OCM Annual Reports Now Available! 2025 OCM Annual Report

The annual report describes progress and accomplishments to date by the Cannabis Control Board and the Office of Cannabis Management regarding implementation of the Cannabis Law.

READ THE ANNUAL REPORT (PDF)

2025 OCM Chief Equity Officer Annual Report

The Chief Equity Officer's annual report details the progress made by the Chief Equity Officer and the Social and Economic Equity Team at the Office of Cannabis Management during the 2025 calendar year.

READ THE CEO REPORT (PDF)

2025 OCM Enforcement Report

The New York State OCM Enforcement report details enforcement efforts and community collaborations to close illicit shops across the State.

READ THE ENFORCEMENT REPORT (PDF)

ADULT-USE APPLICATIONS

The new Adult-Use Processor Type 3 branding license is now available. For more information, click the box below or visit our Licensing page.

• ADULT-USE PROCESSOR TYPE 3 BRANDING LICENSE
• POST-APPLICATION USER GUIDE (PDF)
• RETAIL & MICROBUSINESS NON-PROVISIONAL APPLICATION QUEUE (PDF)
• ADULT-USE CULTIVATOR INFORMATION (PDF)
• ADULT-USE PROCESSOR INFORMATION (PDF)
• ADULT-USE DISTRIBUTOR INFORMATION (PDF)
• ADULT-USE RETAIL DISPENSARY INFORMATION (PDF)
• ADULT-USE MICROBUSINESS INFORMATION (PDF)
• MORE INFORMATION ABOUT LICENSING

MARIJUANA Regulation & Taxation Act Read the Cannabis Law and Regulations Read the Impact Assessment (PDF) NEW YORK SOCIAL AND ECONOMIC EQUITY PLAN

Pursuant to the Cannabis Law, the Cannabis Control Board is charged with the creation and implementation of a social and economic equity plan in consultation with the Chief Equity Officer and Executive Director, and after receiving public input. The goals of the plan include the promotion of racial, ethnic, and gender diversity when issuing licenses and the promotion of diversity in commerce, ownership and employment, and opportunities for social and economic equity in the regulated cannabis industry.

read the SEE PLAN (PDF)

SOCIAL and economic equity overview (PDF)

Report an Adverse Event, a Cannabis Business Issue, or a General Product Complaint You may report the following using the Incident Reporting Form: an adverse health event which includes any troublesome or undesired medical occurrence or symptom associated with the use of a cannabis product, a concern about a cannabis business which includes businesses that sell cannabis products including unlicensed business locations, sales to a minor or consumption in unauthorized areas, or a concern regarding a cannabis product, such as product safety, product mislabeling, product formulation or product expiration date. Report an Incident Keep Up With OCM Fill out the Form to Sign-Up for OCM Updates Sign Up to Receive Email Updates Scroll back to the top of the page Office of Cannabis Management

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