California authorities have seized over 2.2 million pieces of fraudulent or forged cannabis packaging materials that were likely being used to get around the state's legal cannabis requirements. The packaging was designed to mimic popular food and candy items that could appeal to children.
The packaging was designed to mimic popular food and candy items that could appeal to children, according to a press release from California Gov. Gavin Newsom's office.
The sting operation focused on 11 storefronts in the Toy District of Los Angeles, where numerous businesses were manufacturing and selling bulk packaging used in the illicit cannabis market to deceive customers and thwart state safety and quality regulations, officials said.
California Cracks Down on Fraudulent Cannabis Packaging to Protect Consumers
"The legal cannabis market brings billions of dollars to our state's economy, helping to sustain California's position as the fifth-largest economy in the world," Newsom said.
"We will not tolerate illegal operations that threaten our economy and the health and well-being of California communities," Newsom said.
California Cracks Down on Fraudulent Cannabis Packaging to Protect Consumers
The task force is committed to protecting consumers and the legal cannabis market, and will continue to work to disrupt illegal activities, officials said.
