Official announcements from New York Governor's office or New York City Mayor's office

New York Closes 400 Illegal Cannabis Shops, Legal Sales Up 27%

Jun 18, 2024, 07:45 PM

New York is making significant progress in shutting down illegal cannabis shops at both the city and state levels. Governor Kathy Hochul and Mayor Eric Adams announced at a press conference that nearly 400 unlicensed cannabis retailers have been closed as part of Operation Padlock to Protect. This enforcement action, supported by state partners, has led to a notable increase in sales at legal dispensaries, with legal cannabis sales rising 27% in parts of New York State. Officials emphasize that these efforts are aimed at strengthening the legal market and supporting legitimate businesses.