California Business and Professions Code

§ 26031.6

BPC § 26031.6 Effective Jan 1, 2026Div. 10 · Ch. 3

Statute text

(a)It is a violation of this division for a person to use or possess the universal symbol described in paragraph (7) of subdivision (c) of Section 26130 in connection with commercial activity other than commercial cannabis activity licensed under this division. For purposes of this section, use or possession of the universal symbol in connection with commercial activity includes, but is not limited to, use or possession of any package, label, or advertisement of any kind bearing the universal symbol, or bearing any likeness, simulation, or any representation substantially similar to the universal symbol, whether or not that package, label, or advertisement is affixed to, or otherwise associated with, cannabis or cannabis products.

(b)A person using or possessing the universal symbol in connection with commercial activity shall do both of the following:

(1)Maintain records establishing that the use or possession is in connection with commercial cannabis activity licensed pursuant to this division.

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Legislative history

Amended by Stats. 2025, Ch. 248, Sec. 6. (AB 8) Effective January 1, 2026.