Jaydega 7.0 Cannabis Store Closed for Suspected Unlicensed Sales
- The Jaydega 7.0 store on Main Street, Canandaigua was shut down for allegedly selling cannabis products without a license, according to the state Office of Cannabis Management. The store continued to operate as an unlicensed cannabis dispensary despite a cease order issued after an inspection in June.
- A temporary restraining order and a temporary closing order were obtained against the proprietor. A “few hundred thousand dollars’ worth” of cannabis flower, edible products, and concentrate were seized from the store. The state office is pushing for a permanent closing order but is not currently pursuing criminal charges.
- The proprietor, George West, claimed he has applied for a license. He said that the product seized represents “hard-earned” income, and he wishes to be regulated and able to do the job. He expressed hope for a positive future and pointed out that people with medical issues such as cancer and multiple sclerosis were among the store’s customers.
Jaydega 7.0 Shut Down for Alleged Illicit Cannabis Sales
Located on Main Street, Canandaigua, the Jaydega 7.0 store was closed on Thursday by the state Office of Cannabis Management for reportedly selling cannabis products without a license.
Violation and Cease Notice Issued
Daniel G. Haughney, enforcement director at the state office, stated that a violation notice and cease-and-desist order were issued after an inspection in June. Despite the orders, the store continued to operate, leading to a temporary restraining order and temporary closing order against the shop obtained in the state Supreme Court of Ontario County.
Confiscation of Cannabis Products
Haughney reported that several hundred thousand dollars worth of cannabis flower, edibles, and concentrates were confiscated from the store. A thorough inventory will be carried out in a controlled environment. Haughney also added, “We will be pushing for a permanent closing order,” albeit, criminal charges are not being pursued presently.
Proprietor Responds
George West, the owner, stated that the confiscated products represent hard-earned income. He called for regulation that allows him to operate legally. Although West has applied for a license, he did not disclose his future plans. He expressed hope for a positive outcome for both himself and Jaydega in the cannabis industry.
Impact on Customers and Employees
West stated that his customers include individuals with medical conditions such as cancer and multiple sclerosis. He emphasized his employees and these customers’ reliance on him. The store first opened its doors in 2019.
First Closing Order in Ontario County
This closing order represents the first of its kind in Ontario County, concluded Haughney.
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