State & Local Regulation

Regulations imposed by state agencies and local governments requires a detailed and daily compliance plan managed and maintained by experienced professionals that is backed up with diligent and accurate record keeping. Learn how we can help maintain compliance to avoid license suspension and penalties.

Banking Challenges

Many banks remain reluctant to do business with businesses in the cannabis industry and as it is with any cash-based business, the IRS scrutinizes the amount of gross receipts to report and it is harder to prove to the IRS expenses paid in cash. Learn how we can help set up the proper facilities and procedures to maintain an adequate system to overcome these challenges.

Federal Prosecution

Despite legalization by a growing number of states, the cultivation, distribution and sale of cannabis at the Federal level is an unlawful activity that could lead to criminal prosecution. Learn how we can help limit this exposure and position your business with the lowest risk possible.

Tax Challenges

Despite a growing number of States legalizing cannabis, the Internal Revenue Code still taxes cannabis businesses differently that without the proper planning could result in paying at least three times as much in taxes as a non-cannabis business. Learn how we can help reduce your taxes.

Why Use a Cannabis Tax Attorney?

The legal and tax challenges to operate a successful cannabis business are enormous – one wrong mistake may result in serious consequences.

High Stakes Cannabis Tax Planning & Defense.

The Law Offices Of Jeffrey B. Kahn, P.C. is a full service cannabis law firm representing our clients in high stakes cannabis business and tax issues.

As the legalized cannabis industry continues to develop, early entrepreneurs face uncertain federal enforcement and everchanging local and state regulations.  California along with a growing number of other states may well be a cannabis-friendly state but it still remains a Schedule 1 narcotic under Federal law. Despite the risk of criminal prosecution at the Federal level, cannabis businesses are still obligated to pay federal income tax on income because the Internal Revenue Code does not differentiate between income derived from legal sources and income derived from illegal sources. Unlike typical businesses, a cannabis business faces unique state taxes, complex tax audits and limited deductions under Internal Revenue Code §280E. These challenges face cannabis producers, distributors and sellers as well as ancillary providers such as property owners, equipment providers, investors and insurers.

How can we help?

  • Cannabis Applications
  • Regulatory Compliance
  • Investment Transactions & Contracts
  • Business Law
  • Tax Planning & Representation
  • Tax Litigation & Criminal Tax Defense
  • Entity Structuring & Inter-company Agreements
  • Accounting Systems & Record-keeping
  • Cash Management Support Services

Get compliant. Stay in business.

We follow the trends and new developments impacting the cannabis industry and defend our clients from legal action, investigations and examinations by government authorities so we know what to advise our clients to minimize their risk and exposure.

Being proactive with effective tax planning and proper operating procedures is the best way to avoid mistakes that could result in higher taxes, exorbitant fines and penalties, suspension of your license – or even your freedom.

Local connection. Comprehensive cannabis focused expertise.

From our firm’s headquarters in Irvine, California with offices in Southern and Northern California we can help you deal with local, state and federal authorities regarding legal structure and transactions, tax compliance and planning, accounting systems and cash management to minimize your taxes and conduct business in a manner that avoids prosecution by the Federal authorities and meets State & Local laws and regulations to ensure your cannabis business remains operational. Let us provide you with creative and cost-effective legal counsel to cannabis businesses and develop compliance solutions and effective legal defense.  Protect your business and livelihood, and minimize your taxes. Don’t delay call us today!

Cannabis / Marijuana Tax News

How Can The Reductions In IRS Workforce Impact You?

As we all have to file tax returns, pay taxes and be subject to enforcement of the tax laws, now is the time to prepare and seize opportunities to save. Reductions In IRS Workforce Since January 2025, there have been several executive orders to reduce the size of the federal workforce. According to a report […]

California Raising Cannabis Taxes In 2025

The California Department Of Tax And Fee Administration (CDTFA) which oversees the reporting and collection of taxes for the California cannabis, in consultation with the Department Of Finance, is required by law to adjust the cannabis excise tax rate for the 2025-26 fiscal year and every two years thereafter. The rate change reflects an additional […]

Trump’s Pick For Acting IRS Commissioner – Michael Faulkender. What Could This Mean To The Future Of IRS Tax Enforcement?

While President Trump’s nominee, former U.S. Representative Billy Long of Missouri, to head the IRS is waiting for approval by the Senate, President Trump had promoted Gary Shapley as the new acting IRS Commissioner replacing Melanie Krause, who resigned from her role as acting IRS commissioner over a deal to share immigrants’ tax data with […]

Trump’s Pick For Acting IRS Commissioner – Gary Shapley. What Could This Mean To The Future Of IRS Tax Enforcement?

While President Trump’s nominee, former U.S. Representative Billy Long of Missouri, to head the IRS is waiting for approval by the Senate, President Trump is reportedly planning to promote Gary Shapley as the new acting IRS Commissioner replacing Melanie Krause, who resigned from her role as acting IRS commissioner over a deal to share immigrants’ […]

The Threat Of Harvard’s Revocation Of Tax Exemption Status – What Should Other Non-Profit Organizations Learn From This?

With all the publicity on Harvard University’s continued tax exemption status, any Non-Profit Organization including churches and charities should be aware of their filing and operational obligations to insure preservation of their tax exempt status. A section 501(c)(3) organization will jeopardize its exemption if it ceases to be operated exclusively for exempt purposes. An organization […]

Florida Woman Pleads Guilty to Conspiring with Family to Hide from the IRS More than $90M In Offshore Bank Accounts

As reported by the Department Of Justice (“DOJ”) in a press release issued March 10, 2025, Gilda Rosenberg, of Golden Beach, Florida pleaded guilty to conspiring to defraud the United States by, among other things, concealing tens of millions of dollars in undeclared foreign financial accounts, filing false tax returns, and evading taxes. The DOJ […]

Tennessee Storm Victims Qualify For IRS Tax Relief

On April 14, 2025 the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) announced tax relief for individuals and businesses in the entire state of Tennessee affected by severe storms, straight-line winds, tornadoes and flooding that began on April 2, 2025. These taxpayers now have until November 3, 2025, to file various federal individual and business tax returns and make tax payments. […]

Arkansas Storm Victims Qualify For IRS Tax Relief

On April 14, 2025 the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) announced tax relief for individuals and businesses in the entire state of Arkansas affected by severe storms, tornadoes and flooding that began on April 2, 2025. These taxpayers now have until November 3, 2025, to file various federal individual and business tax returns and make tax […]

New Mexico Legalizes Psilocybin (“Magic Mushrooms”) Therapy

On April 7, 2025, New Mexico Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham signed into law SB-219, the Medical Psilocybin Act (the “Act”), making New Mexico the third state in the country to create a legal pathway for patients to access psilocybin, a naturally occurring psychedelic compound produced by certain types of mushrooms. Notably, New Mexico is the first […]

FinCEN Issues Final Rule Limiting Reporting Requirements in Connection with Beneficial Ownership Information Reporting Deadlines under the Corporate Transparency Act

“This is a victory for common sense,” said U.S. Secretary of the Treasury Scott Bessent.  “[This] action is part of President Trump’s bold agenda to unleash American prosperity by reining in burdensome regulations, in particular for small businesses that are the backbone of the American economy.” The Federal government in its efforts to crack down […]
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