Minnesota judge halts cannabis license lottery amid legal challenges over unclear criteria.

A Minnesota judge has halted the state's cannabis license lottery, which was set to give social equity applicants a head start in the retail market. The lottery, intended to benefit those affected by the war on drugs, military veterans, and those from high-poverty areas, faced legal challenges from denied applicants who claimed the process lacked clear criteria and had no appeals process. The delay impacts the launch of Minnesota's cannabis market, originally expected in early 2025.

November 25, 2024
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