Television station WTVR wanted to explore the question: Can businesses allow marijuana use on their premises? WATCH VIDEO.
So, they reached out to Toscano Law Group to get our legal interpretation, because our firm has been Virginia's leader on the what the law means for the public. Said attorney Kelly Cournoyer:
“Retail sales haven’t started yet, and we don’t expect to see that for a couple of years,” she said. “So, right now I definitely advise clients that it’s not necessarily a good idea to get involved in any type of gifting or use of marijuana on their premises until we have a regulatory framework established by the Cannabis Control Authority.”
Cournoyer shared another strong reason why business owners should shy away from allowing marijuana inside their premises.
“Marijuana is still illegal under federal law so we do foresee some obstacles for businesses to overcome as far as where they can deposit their proceeds from otherwise legal state activity,” she explained. “Banks are typically federally insured, federally backed where they can run into an issue.”
The “Clear the Smoke, Virginia” initiative has been in full swing as we navigate the legalization of marijuana in Virginia. Toscano Law Group has made headlines, sharing important information through media outlets and local events to ensure Virginians understand the limitations of legalization.
You can also review our “Clear the Smoke, Virginia” event recaps, which include the NORML panel and Town Hall Facebook Live.
For more information on what you need to know about Virginia’s new marijuana laws, check out the common questions answered as part of the “Clear the Smoke, Virginia” initiative.
