Colorado Cannabis Enforcement Is Escalating: Stay Ahead of The MED Compliance in 2025
Colorado Marijuana Enforcement Division (MED) just issued Industry Bulletin 25-09, and the message couldn’t be clearer: enforcement actions are escalating—and the consequences are real. With 42 licenses already revoked in 2025, the Division is cracking down on violations that risk public safety, consumer trust and the integrity of the regulated market.
At iComply, we see this not just as a warning—but as a call to action for licensed operators to get serious about compliance. Here’s what you need to know from the bulletin and how our services can help you stay protected.
The Violation Breakdown: What The MED is Targeting
1. Doing Business with Revoked or Unlicensed Individuals
The Division has identified multiple individuals—Diego Armando Ramirez, Au Hai Hau, Dang Hai Hau, and Thanh Hau—as attempting to circumvent license revocation by engaging with active licensees.
Risk: Entering into agreements with these or similar individuals may result in administrative actions against your own license—including suspension or revocation.
2. Poor SOP Adherence for ID Checks and Internal Controls
Licensees must ensure frontline staff are properly trained and following SOPs when checking IDs and managing compliance-critical tasks.
Risk: Lapses here are a direct path to enforcement and can be classified as Level 1 violations if deemed reckless or intentional.
3. Inventory Tracking Errors and Transfer Failures
Businesses must accurately reflect product movement in the METRC Inventory Tracking System.
Risk: Failure to track or reconcile transfers can create audit red flags and result in fines or license action.
4. Missteps in Testing Compliance
There is zero room for error in how cannabis products are tested, especially for products designated for extraction. The bulletin reaffirms strict rules around microbial, pesticide, and elemental impurity testing.
Risk: Transferring improperly tested cannabis, or accepting unverified product, is a serious violation with consumer safety implications.
5. Ingredient and Manufacturing Violations
Manufacturers must only use approved ingredients—such as Botanically Derived Compounds in vaporizer products and CDPHE-compliant Hemp Products.
Risk: Using artificial or unapproved ingredients can lead to major enforcement—and even federal criminal liability under food safety laws.
How iComply Helps You Stay Safe
🔒 High-Risk Audit Assessments ($420 Flat Rate)
Get ahead of enforcement by identifying red flags before the MED does. Our audit dives into:
- Your vendor contracts and due diligence procedures
- SOPs for ID verification, recordkeeping, and staff training
- Inventory transfer processes and METRC compliance
- Batch testing protocols and documentation
- Ingredient sourcing and manufacturing inputs
🧠 SOP Development and Employee Training
We help you create (or refine) Standard Operating Procedures tailored to your license type and ensure staff training aligns with regulatory requirements.
📋 Mock Inspections & Readiness Coaching
We conduct onsite or virtual mock audits, walk your team through realistic scenarios, and help document your proactive efforts—so you’re not caught unprepared.
🔍 License Look-Up & Due Diligence Protocols
We train your team to verify every business interaction and document the diligence required to protect your license, including:
- Use of the MED License Look-Up Tool
- Screening for revoked, suspended, or ineligible operators
- Clear documentation of all licensing verification steps
🚨 Don’t Wait Until the Enforcers Come Knocking
When enforcement hits, it’s already too late. The MED’s bulletin shows that enforcement is not only active—it’s aggressive. Protecting your business means preparing now.
📞 Contact iComply today to schedule your High-Risk Audit Assessment for just $420 and ensure your operation meets—and exceeds—state expectations.
👉 Email us at info@icomplycannabis.com or call (866) 294-9331 to get started.
