Governer Kevin Stitt signed OMMA emergency rules effective Aug. 16, 2024. Most of the changes improve the process of license management and testing procedure. Our compliance experts have identified a new section that would give OMMA the power to close nearly all active dispensaries:
442:10-4-5(d)
Inventory tracking system. Pursuant to 63 O.S. § 427.3(D)(8) and 63 O.S. § 427.13(B), each commercial licensee shall use the State inventory tracking system by inputting inventory tracking data required to be reported to the Authority directly into the State inventory tracking system or by utilizing a seed-to-sale tracking system that integrates with the State inventory tracking system. All commercial licensees must have an inventory tracking system account activated to lawfully operate and must ensure all information is reported to the Authority accurately and in real time or after each individual sale in accordance with 63 O.S. § 427.13(B)(1) and these Rules. All commercial licensees shall ensure the following information and data are accurately tracked and timely reported to the Authority through the State inventory tracking system
What does this change mean?
Dispensaries that do not have accurate Metrc data are in violation and will be subject to a $5,000 fine for the first error and $15,000 for subsequent errors.
How does this affect me as an operator?
Our partners at Nox Guardian were granted special permission by OMMA to integrate with Metrc. They have shared that all active licenses have at least 10 violations and that OMMA may be preparing to issue fines.
Can I see my violations?
We recommend all dispensaries submit a request for a violation report from Nox as soon as possible. Nox is obligated to provide these reports for free for a limited time.