California CDTFA Announces Inspections for Tobacco Compliance, Cannabis Restrictions

The California Department of Tax and Fee Administration (CDTFA) published a notice announcing routine inspections of cigarette and tobacco products to verify compliance with laws, provide education, and reduce tax evasion, effective Jan. 1, 2026. The inspection ensures that cigarettes have valid California tax stamps, tobacco products are listed in the California Attorney General’s Tobacco Directory, and that businesses possess the required permits, accounts, and licenses. Starting from the effective date, cigarette or tobacco product businesses in the state cannot possess, store, own, or make retail sales of cannabis or cannabis products where cigarettes or tobacco products are sold or ...