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<p>13 January 2025</p>
<p>This week, a New York Supreme Court judge issued a landmark ruling halting warrantless raids on licensed hemp businesses by the NYC Sheriff’s Office and state cannabis regulators. The decision, handed down on January 13, found that these actions violated constitutional protections under the Fourth Amendment. The raids, often conducted by armed agents, led to unlawful seizures of products and significant financial losses for small businesses. Going forward, inspections will be limited to unarmed regulators unless credible safety threats are documented. This ruling is a major win for licensed hemp retailers in New York, who have faced increasing challenges from both regulators and the thriving illicit cannabis market.</p>
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13 January 2025 - A New York Supreme Court ruling ends warrantless raids by the NYC Sheriff’s Office and state cannabis regulators on licensed hemp businesses, citing violations of Fourth Amendment rights. The decision mandates unarmed inspections and statutory safeguards for lawful operators.

Judge Orders NY State to Cease Warrantless Raids on Hemp Shops