Compliance Program

Last updated: January 7, 2026

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Age Verification Requirements

All users must be 21 years of age or older. We employ multiple layers of age verification:

State-by-State Compliance Guide

Cannabis and hemp laws vary significantly by state. This guide covers recreational cannabis, medical cannabis, and hemp-derived THC products (including THC-A). Always verify current regulations with your state's official regulatory agency.

Licensing and Partnerships

Budbo partners exclusively with dispensaries and retailers that hold valid state and local licenses. Our partner verification process includes:

• Verification of active state cannabis licenses
• Confirmation of local operating permits
• Review of compliance history and standing
• Ongoing monitoring of license status
• Regular compliance assessments

Product Testing Standards

All cannabis products sold through our platform must meet rigorous testing requirements:

Certificate of Analysis (COA) Requirements

• Potency Testing: THC, THC-A, CBD, and other cannabinoid content
• Contaminant Screening: Pesticides, heavy metals, microbial contaminants
• Residual Solvents: For concentrate and extract products
• Terpene Profiles: When available
• Moisture Content: For flower products

All testing must be performed by state-licensed testing laboratories. COAs should be available for all products; contact the dispensary for specific product test results.

Packaging and Labeling Compliance

Products sold through Budbo must comply with state packaging and labeling requirements:

• Child-resistant packaging
• Tamper-evident seals
• Clear THC/THC-A/CBD content labeling
• Universal symbol warnings where required
• Batch and lot numbers for traceability
• Licensed producer information
• Required health warnings and disclaimers

Seed-to-Sale Tracking

Our dispensary partners participate in state-mandated seed-to-sale tracking systems, including but not limited to:

• METRC (Marijuana Enforcement Tracking Reporting Compliance)
• BioTrack
• Leaf Data Systems
• State-specific tracking platforms

These systems ensure full traceability of cannabis products from cultivation through retail sale, supporting compliance and consumer safety.

Advertising Compliance

Budbo's advertising and marketing practices comply with state regulations:

• No marketing to individuals under 21
• No false or misleading health claims
• Required disclaimers on all advertising
• Age-gating on digital platforms
• Compliance with platform-specific policies

Data Compliance

We maintain compliance with data protection regulations including:

• CCPA: California Consumer Privacy Act
• State Privacy Laws: Virginia, Colorado, Connecticut, and other state privacy regulations
• Cannabis Industry Record-Keeping: State-specific requirements for transaction records and customer data

For more information about how we handle your data, please see our Privacy Policy.

Reporting and Transparency

We maintain transparent reporting practices and cooperate fully with regulatory authorities. Our compliance program includes:

• Regular compliance reports to management
• Cooperation with regulatory audits and investigations
• Timely reporting of compliance issues
• Documentation of corrective actions

How to Report Compliance Concerns

If you have concerns about compliance issues related to Budbo or any of our dispensary partners, please contact us:

Email: legal@budbo.com

All reports are taken seriously and investigated thoroughly. You may also report concerns directly to your state's cannabis regulatory agency.

Updates and Changes

Cannabis regulations evolve frequently. We update our compliance program and this page regularly to reflect current requirements. Check back periodically for updates, or subscribe to our newsletter for compliance news.