Overview
The Office of Administrative Hearings (OAH) conducts hearings, in which the Office of General Counsel represents the Office of Cannabis Management (OCM) against an individual or business entity which holds a license with the OCM (licensee) or an individual or business which has received a Notice of Violation pertaining to the unlicensed sale of Cannabis.
To Request an Administrative Hearing After Receipt of a Notice of Violation:
To request an administrative hearing review after license renewal denial, please contact OAH at [email protected].
The mission of the OAH is to conduct fair, impartial hearings for operations regulated by the OCM. The work of OAH in safeguarding the due process rights of individuals is a key part of the mandate of OCM to protect the health, safety, and welfare of the public.
Administrative Law Judges (ALJs) preside over administrative hearings brought by the Office of General Counsel, as well as appeals of licensing decisions brought by licensees and prospective licensees.
A complete list of operations licensed by the OCM may be found below:
Attorneys with the OCM’s Office of the General Counsel represent the OCM against licensees and unlicensed business entities. Licensees or business entities may represent themselves at hearings or may bring an attorney. The OCM will not provide representation under any circumstances.
Rules & Regulations
Published Decisions
Penalties
| Date Decisions Filed | Inspection # | Case Name |
|---|---|---|
| 7/17/23 | 108 2023 0607 0005 | OCM vs. Laguardia Smoke |
| 7/17/23 | 108 2023 0607 0007 | OCM vs. Playland Smoke Shop |
| 7/17/23 | 115 2023 0621 0027 | OCM vs. Les Convenience 7 Corp. aka Runtz |
| 7/17/23 | 120 2023 0622 0035 | OCM vs. Top 1 Convenience |
| 7/18/23 | 101 2023 0615 0023 | OCM vs. Old G Convenience Corp. |
| 7/26/23 | 112 2023 0613 0012 | OCM vs. Black Leaf |
| 8/15/23 | 101 20230719 0060 | OCM vs. Old G Convenience Corp. |
| 8/17/23 | 110 2023 0621 0029 | OCM vs. Sogie Mart |
| 8/31/23 | 112 2023 0720 0062 | OCM vs. Mosa's on Market |
| 9/27/23 | 108 2023 0628 0043 | OCM vs. Jaydega 7.0 |
| 9/27/23 | 108 2023 0713 0051 | OCM vs. Smoke Time Smoke Shop |
| 9/27/23 | 117 2023 0802 0080 | OCM vs. Bmillz (Niagara Falls) |
| 10/3/23 | 112 2023 0607 0004 | OCM vs. Baby Jeeter |
| 10/5/23 | 115 2023 0727 0072 | OCM vs. Bavaro Smoke Shop |
| 10/18/23 | 101 2023 0810 0094 | OCM vs. Greenwick Vibez |
| 10/24/23 | 110 2023 0816 0110 | OCM vs. Big Chief Smoke |
| 11/7/23 | 202 2023 0621 0026 | OCM vs. Bmillz (Endicott) |
| 11/7/23 | 112 20230718 0055 | OCM vs. Bmillz (Endicott) |
| 11/9/23 | 202 2023 0607 0002 | OCM vs. Roll Up Nation |
| 11/9/23 | 115 2023 0802 0084 | OCM vs. Alchemy Gift Shop |
| 11/20/23 | 112 2023 0613 0016 | OCM vs. The Rezz |
| 12/4/23 | 001 2023 0621 0031 | OCM vs. Bmillz (Conklin) |
| 12/4/23 | 117 20230718 0054 | OCM vs. Bmillz (Conklin) |
OAH Calendar
Remote Hearings & Adjournments
What to expect from a hearing?
- Hearings are typically held remotely. If you’d like to request an in-person hearing, please contact OAH via email at least 30 days prior to your hearing, if possible. You can schedule an emergency or non-emergency hearing by clicking this link and filling out a form. If you are requesting an emergency hearing, you must fill out the form within 7 calendar days of the date on the NOV. You will be scheduled for an emergency hearing within 3 business days. If you request a non-emergency hearing you will be scheduled for a hearing within 45 days.
- In order to access your remote hearing, you will need a consistent internet connection, an electronic device such as a computer or smartphone with a camera and microphone, and an email address to receive the link to your remote hearing. You will receive a scheduled hearing notice within 24 hours of the hearing date.
- As stated above, parties are entitled to be represented in these proceedings by an attorney. Under no circumstances will an attorney be provided to you by the Office of Cannabis Management.
FAQs
My client has received a Notice of Violation (NOV), what should I do to request an emergency hearing?
A: Click this link and complete the form within 7 calendar days from the date on the NOV.
My client received a Notice of Violation (NOV) more than 7 days ago, can I still request a non-emergency hearing.
A: Yes. Click this link and complete the form.
When will I receive a link to my remote hearing?
A: A link will be sent within 24 hours of your scheduled hearing, as long as you have provided OAH with your correct email address. If you have not received a link to your remote hearing by one hour before your hearing start time, please contact OAH at [email protected]. Alternatively, you may call 1-888-626-5151.
How can I attend a hearing?
A: Non-parties can attend any hearing, either virtually or in person, by contacting the OAH at [email protected]—please request a virtual link or inquire about in-person space at least 48 hours in advance.
Contact Us
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 1-888-626-5151
Interpretation:
Under the New York State language access law, all state agencies that interact with the public must provide interpretation services in any language with respect to the provision of agency services or benefits. If you are in need of interpretation services for your hearing, in American Sign Language or a language other than English, please contact the OAH at [email protected].