Get started
DCC press releases
-
California tops $1.2 billion in illegal cannabis seizures, up 18x since 2022
Underscoring the value of the state’s effort to protect public safety and reinforce a regulated cannabis marketplace, today Governor Gavin Newsom announced state officers have seized and destroyed more than $1.2 billion in illicit cannabis products through the Unified Cannabis Enforcement Task Force (UCETF).
-
Cannabis crackdown: State officials seize 58,350 illegal cannabis plants worth $57 million in November
As California continues to crack down on the illicit cannabis market, Governor Gavin Newsom today announced three major enforcement operations conducted in November that yielded major results, including eradicating 58,358 plants and seizing about three tons of processed cannabis worth an estimated $56.5 million.
-
California’s Cannabis Task Force Seizes and Eradicates Over $222 Million in Illegal Cannabis in Q3 2025
Governor Gavin Newsom today announced that California’s cannabis enforcement efforts led to the seizure and destruction of over $222 million worth of illegal cannabis from July to September 2025.
Announcements
-
DCC awards nearly $30 million in academic research grants
On December 26, 2025, the Department of Cannabis Control (DCC) awarded nearly $30 million in competitive research grants to nine academic institutions for 22 research projects. This marks the third round of grant funding, totaling nearly $80 million since 2020 to support cannabis-related research, with topics ranging from the industry’s economic dynamics to preventing cannabis-related […]
-
Tips for avoiding potential business disputes
Entering the world of business, particularly in the cannabis industry, can be rewarding but challenging due to potential legal disputes and fraud. Contractual disputes between licensees are not regulated by the Department of Cannabis Control (DCC). To protect yourself, take proactive measures such as vetting business partners, understanding contracts, and maintaining comprehensive records. Following these […]
-
Notice of Availability for CEQA documentation for Cannabis Activities in Stanislaus County
Under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), the Department of Cannabis Control (DCC) is serving as the lead agency for environmental review of commercial cannabis projects in Stanislaus County.
