Posts tagged “Cannabis Compliance”

Budtender verifying a customer's ID at a dispensary check-in counter with an iPad point of sale.

Dispensary ID Verification SOP: A Budtender's Guide

Dispensary ID and age verification SOP: scanning, passports, medical documents, delivery checks, and state rules for CA, NY, NJ, MA, MI, and MN.
What to check, in what order. An SOP you can post at check-in.
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Cannabis excise tax filing in California, shown on a dispensary checkout counter with Meadow POS on an iPad displaying an order summary with separate lines for Los Angeles cannabis business tax, California excise tax at 15 percent, and sales tax.

Cannabis Excise Tax Filing in California: Deadlines, Penalties, and Permits

When California cannabis excise tax returns are due, the permit you need to file, penalty exposure for late payment, and what has changed.
Miss the deadline and the minimum penalty is half the tax owed.
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A smiling customer and a friendly budtender complete a cashless transaction inside a modern dispensary. The budtender, wearing a dark green "Green Earth Co." hoodie, hands a small product to the customer, who is dressed in a black faux fur coat. They engage in a warm, casual interaction at a sleek wooden checkout counter, where a tablet-based point-of-sale system is visible. In the background, a vibrant green plant wall features a neon sign reading "Inhale, Exhale" with a lit joint illustration. The dispensary has a clean, welcoming ambiance with framed certificates on the walls, potted plants, and natural lighting.

How to Accept Cashless Payments at Your Dispensary

How dispensaries accept payment today: PIN debit, ACH, dual pricing, and where cashless ATMs fit. What rescheduling did and didn't change.
See which payment setup fits your dispensary →
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This image features a split-screen design, with Jane's logo on the left side against a bright yellow background and Dutchie's logo on the right side set against a bold red background. A prominent "VS" in white text is positioned in the center, dividing the two sides with a diagonal line, symbolizing a direct comparison between the two companies.

Jane vs Dutchie: 2026 Dispensary POS Comparison

Jane vs Dutchie compared for 2026: e-commerce menus, POS maturity, 4/20 reliability records, payment flexibility, and total cost, plus where Meadow fits.
Which dispensary software is best for your business? Learn about their features, challenges, and the hidden costs you need to know.
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California cannabis excise tax calculation, shown at a dispensary counter where a budtender builds an order on Meadow POS running on an iPad, with product shelves in the background.

California Cannabis Excise Tax: How to Calculate It in 2026

California's cannabis excise tax is 15% of gross receipts. Here's the current rate, what counts as gross receipts, and a worked calculation.
Adding 15% and 9.25% gives you the wrong number. Here's how to get the right one.
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How SWED Built a Fast, Customer-First Cannabis Experience with Meadow POS

How SWED Built a Fast, Customer-First Dispensary with Meadow POS

See how SWED built one of LA’s fastest cannabis retail operations on Meadow POS with 1–2 minute checkouts, built-in audit logs, and Weedmaps menu sync.
Explore the tools SWED relies on to keep inventory moving, teams aligned, and customers happy.
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With cannabis recalls on the rise, dispensaries must ensure inventory accuracy to prevent costly compliance violations and regulatory fines.

Cannabis Recalls Are Rising: Avoid Six-Figure Fines with Cycle Counts

How dispensaries handle cannabis recalls and run cycle counts to keep Metrc accurate — blind counts, reconciliation, and audit-ready inventory. A practical guide.
Discover how accurate inventory tracking keeps your business protected.
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How to Start a Cannabis Delivery Service in New York: A 2026 Guide

The complete guide to launching a compliant cannabis delivery operation in New York: From licensing, Metrc, vehicle requirements, delivery zones, and the tools that make it work.
Read the full guide.
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Compliance Audit from the Department of Cannabis Control at Off the Charts San Francisco

What to Expect during a DCC Inspection: Insights from Off the Charts San Francisco

What to expect during a California DCC dispensary inspection: what inspectors check, including labels, Metrc, security, and badge.
Three inspectors. No warning. Here's everything the DCC checked at Off the Charts SF, and how to be ready.
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Unlock the potential of your cannabis business with advanced dispensary POS technology designed for seamless retail management.

Why Heritage Mendocino Chose Meadow: A Dispensary POS Success Story

See how Heritage Mendocino overcame operational hurdles by switching POS systems with Meadow’s support.
Uncover the story behind their innovative cannabis retail experience.
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