The Connecticut Department of Consumer Protection (DCP) has issued an apology for what seems to be a retaliatory inspection of a cannabis cultivator. This incident occurred on Thursday, just one day after the company’s CEO testified before the General Assembly, criticizing the DCP’s testing protocols for recreational marijuana.
Bryan Cafferelli, the commissioner of consumer protection, publicly and privately apologized for the inspection. He did not provide any justification for what he referred to as an “unannounced compliance check,” which he confirmed was conducted without his knowledge or approval.
Cafferelli expressed that such actions should not occur, emphasizing that all individuals should feel safe when providing testimony at public hearings. He stated, “Everyone should feel safe and comfortable providing testimony at a public hearing without fear of retribution or retaliation.” This response came after concerns were raised about the integrity of DCP’s oversight in the cannabis industry.
