Empowering Washington cannabis to grow

GrowFlow is an all-in-one business management and compliance solution for cannabis wholesalers and retailers.

GrowFlow tracks all of your grow and retail activities and automatically reports to the WSLCB for you via through our seamless integration with CCRS.

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Washington cannabis regulation history

Washington cannabis regulation history

Washington state was one of the first states in America to legalize adult-use cannabis. Medical cannabis use passed in the state in 1998.

Adult-use cannabis sales were then made legal in 2012. Washington is one of the country’s top states for cannabis sales, selling $1.25B worth of cannabis in the 2019 fiscal year. It’s also the highest taxed state in the legal cannabis industry with an excise tax of 37%.

Compliance in less clicks

Compliance in less clicks

GrowFlow is integrated with Washington's Central Cannabis Reporting System (CCRS) to automatically send your data from every stage of the seed to sale process, making state reporting compliance in Washington simple and easy.

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Washington FAQ's
Laws and Regulations

Q: What types of commercial medical cannabis licenses are available in Washington state?

A: There are three types of commercial cannabis licenses available in Washington state: marijuana producer, processor, or retailer. There are also transportation licenses that are very limited in scope. One entity cannot hold all three license types, but they can hold a producer and processor simultaneously. A producer or processor cannot also be a retailer.

Q: Which state agency is in charge of cannabis licensing in Washington state?

A: The Washington State Liquor and Cannabis Board (WSLCB) is in charge of all cannabis licensing and regulation in the state. They are in charge of approving or denying applications and ensuring licensed businesses stay compliant.

Q: How much does a cannabis business license cost in Washington state?

A: The application fee for all license types is $266 and the annual cost to renew a license is $1,062.

Q: How do I apply for a cannabis business license in Washington State?

A: The state has closed the application process for new retail or producer licenses. Interested parties can purchase a license from an existing cannabis business. The same application process and fees will apply for the new license owner.

All “true parties of interest” have to undergo extensive criminal and financial background checks for licensing approval. Applicants must be Washington state residents for at least 6 months prior to applying and remain a resident for the life of their ownership.

For more information on applying for a cannabis business license, visit WSLCB's website.

Q: What are the fines and penalties for cannabis businesses that are out of compliance?

A: All licensed marijuana businesses operating in Washington state must comply with a wide range of local, state, and federal regulations and codes. Penalties range from written warnings, to loss of license.

Q: How does GrowFlow keep my cannabis business in Washington compliant?

A: GrowFlow ensures that every action performed by your operation is tracked and reported to Oregon as required. GrowFlow helps to keep your business compliant by reducing errors, simplifying your processes, and integrating with the state METRC system.

Q: What software does GrowFlow integrate with?

A: GrowFlow integrates with CCRS, springbig, I Heart Jane, dutchie, GreenScreens, and Quickbooks. We’re continuously building integration partnerships to help you supercharge your cannabis operation or dispensary.

Last updated January 27th, 2021

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