Oklahoma Marijuana Surety Bonds
As of April 20, 2023, the OMMA requires licensed commercial medical marijuana growers and grower license applicants to submit proof of either a $50,000 surety bond (per license) or proof that the grower has owned their licensed premises for at least five years. The OMMA will verify proof of your bond or land ownership during the review process when you renew or obtain your state license.
Here are some helpful resources.
- Surety bond: View form.
- Surety bond cancellation: View form.
- Attestation of land ownership: View form.
- Senate Bill 913 (2023)
- Types of commercial licenses explained
You can also visit the OMMA website for answers to frequently asked questions for applicants.
What is an Oklahoma marijuana bond?
An Oklahoma medical marijuana bond is a licensure requirement for applicants that want to run commercial medical marijuana-related establishments. The Oklahoma Medical Marijuana Authority requires marijuana growers to obtain a $50,000 surety bond – renewed annually.
- Medical marijuana growers are businesses that legally grow marijuana for medical purposes and can sell to licensed processors and dispensaries
The surety bond ensures the marijuana establishment pays the state any penalties incurred while operating. The bond may also cover the cost of disposing of marijuana products, unused marijuana, hazardous materials, and waste.
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Quick Takeaways
- The Oklahoma Medical Marijuana Authority (OMMA) requires marijuana-related businesses to obtain a $50,000 surety bond.
- The surety bond ensures that the marijuana establishment pays the state any penalties incurred while operating.
- The bond may cover the cost of disposing of marijuana products, unused marijuana, hazardous materials, and waste.
- You could pay as low as 1% of the total bond amount if you have excellent financial credentials.
How do Oklahoma medical marijuana bonds work?
Oklahoma marijuana bonds are three-party agreements between the following:
- Principal: The marijuana business license applicant
- Obligee: The Oklahoma State Department of Health
- Surety: The company that issues and backs the bond
The surety bond guarantees the obligee that the principal will fulfill their obligations after becoming licensed to operate legally in the state. If the principal fails to abide by the bond’s terms and conditions, the obligee may file a claim against the bond. The principal may resolve the claim immediately. If they don’t, the surety will investigate and then settle the claim, if necessary, by paying the obligee the money owed. The principal must then reimburse the surety in full.
How much do marijuana bonds cost in OK?
You will pay a small percentage of the surety bond requirement for your license type. Your rate may depend on your credit score and personal and business financial statements. The lower your risk (e.g., higher credit score), the lower your premium rate.
You could pay as low as 1% of the bond amount if you have excellent financial credentials. So if you need a $50,000 bond, you may only have to pay around $500 annually.
Eligibility Requirements for Oklahoma Medical Marijuana Licenses
- Applicants must be at least 25 years old and Oklahoma residents (if individual applicants).
- Entities must show that Oklahoma residents hold at least 75% of ownership.
- Entities must also be registered to conduct business in Oklahoma.
- Owners and officers must provide background checks and can’t have any type of felony conviction in the last five years.
- Applicants must submit a copy of the Oklahoma Secretary of State’s certificate of good standing document (unless the applicant is a general partnership or sole proprietorship).
- Dispensaries must prove that they aren’t located within 1,000 feet of any school entrances.
- Every owner must supply an Affidavit of Lawful Presence Form and supporting documents if not a U.S. citizen.
- The license application fee for processors, dispensaries, and growers is $2,500.
- Separate licenses are required for each business location.
Apply for your business license on the OMMA website. You can use the Commercial License Application Checklist to ensure you have everything you need to apply successfully.
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