Gies Law Firm

06/01/2026

TFW when you wake up and read “you’re the worst thing that’s ever happened” to your state.

The comments came from Rep. Mike Flood of Nebraska, whose attorney general recently joined Louisiana and Indiana in a lawsuit seeking to block the federal rescheduling of medical ma*****na.

Why can’t we just grow apart, Mike? Why do you have to hit the heart like that? 💔

05/29/2026

If you’re a non-citizen participating in Oklahoma’s medical ma*****na industry, your state license doesn’t tell the whole story.

Oklahoma law permits non-citizen ownership, employment and investment, but federal immigration law operate on its own terms, and DEA registration requirements are raising the stakes.

These slides should help you understand where the risks live before you file. They are *not* legal advice.

If you have questions, we’re here to help.

05/27/2026

5 stars means a lot, but “they gave me my freedom back” means everything.

We’re grateful for clients like Amanda who remind us why we do this work. Thank you for trusting us 💙

05/26/2026

91% of veterans say mmj improved their quality of life. But the VA still can’t recommend it. Two paths could change that.

Swipe through to see what’s happening, what could change, and what won’t.

05/21/2026

Federal compliance doesn’t end with licensing. Here’s what the DEA mmj transaction process actually looks like.

05/12/2026

The DEA’s Diversion Control Division has officially posted notice on its registration portal: updated applications are coming for Medical Ma*****na Manufacturers, Bulk Manufacturers (growers/cultivators), Analytical Labs, and Distributors, all specific to Schedule III handling under AG Order No. 6754-2026.

If you’ve already submitted under the current Form 225, don’t panic, the DEA says there’s no need to reapply. They’ll be reaching out to continue processing.

For those ready to apply now, the existing Form 225 can still be used — just make sure you’re selecting the appropriate drug codes.

This space is moving fast. We’re watching every update to move you through it.

If you have questions about your DEA registration, reach out today.

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05/08/2026

OBNDD will require DEA registration for OMMA licensees registered as manufacturers and distributors, per their official release.

05/07/2026

DEA registration isn’t one-size-fits-all. And for dispensaries, the type of activity you’re conducting determines what you need to file.

Most OMMA dispensaries doing pure retail patient sales fall under the § 1301.13(k) expedited pathway. But if your operation involves transfers to other licensees, wholesale activity, or FDA-approved pharmaceutical products, your registration picture looks different, and a dispensary registration alone may not cover everything.

The to;dr: The federal framework follows activity, not your state license type. One location can require multiple registrations.

The 60-day expedited window is open. If you’re a dispensary operator trying to understand what registration actually looks like for your specific operation, that’s exactly what we do.

04/30/2026

HB 3143 is on the Governor's desk and a moratorium extension is likely on the way.

The measure also prohibits the transfer of licenses with pending action, such as suspension, non-renewal or revocation petition, and bars licensees from transferring for a minimum of six months following the completion of that action's term.

Read more about HB 3143 in our latest blog 👇

HB 3143 has passed the legislature and was sent to the Governor's desk April 29th, 2026. If signed into law, the bill will extend the existing licensing moratorium and prohibit the transfer of licenses pending any administrative action. The Moratorium Gets Two More Years

04/30/2026

HB 3143 is on the Governors desk as of yesterday. If signed, Oklahoma’s mmj licensing moratorium extends to August of 2028, and license transfers with pending action become officially prohibited.