Regulatory Compliance Attorneys

Wine, beer, and spirits are subject to California state regulation through the Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control (“ABC”) and federal regulation through the Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau (“TTB”). 

The ABC, and all California state licensees, are governed by the ABC Act, which is a comprehensive and complex set of legislative enactments regulating producers, wholesalers, retailers, and other licensees involved in commercial alcohol beverage activities. In addition to the ABC Act, the California Code of Regulations (“CCR”) provides additional rules for wine, beer, and spirits businesses which must be complied with. Additionally, the ABC provides Industry Advisories to better help assist licensees with their business’s compliance. 

If an ABC Licensee fails to comply with the laws and regulations that are required of them, ABC has issued Disciplinary Guidelines to help both the licensees and ABC know what to expect from a given enforcement action. 

Finally, some enforcement actions result in Precedential Decisions, which have the same force and effect as a regulation and may be relied upon when an issue arises.

TTB, which is the federal agency responsible for the regulation of alcohol, derives its authority from statute and demands compliance with various statutes and regulations from all regulated wine, beer, and spirits businesses. 

There are also TTB Rulings that state the agency’s official interpretation and application of the statutes and regulations, as well as clarify existing guidance. TTB also provides to the public its Procedures to help businesses understand the processes by which TTB addresses issues that come before the agency. 

TTB further provides Industry Circulars, which apply statutory or regulatory requirements to specific issues or announce new requirements. Lastly, there are the Treasury Decisions which are the official rules of the Department of Treasury issued for the administration, application, and enforcement of the Federal laws administered by TTB and codified in the Code of Federal Regulations.

The state and federal laws and regulations, as well as the collateral materials described above, are significant and require the assistance of skilled legal counsel to help navigate. At Rogoway Law, our attorneys are experienced in working with businesses on a wide range of regulatory compliance issues with ABC and TTB.

The Department of Cannabis Control (“DCC”) regulates commercial cannabis activities in California. The Medicinal and Adult Use Cannabis Regulation and Safety Act (“MAUCRSA”) established the system of uniform licensing requirements which are codified in the California Business and Professions Code commencing at Sec. 26000. The DCC also promulgated its own regulations which are contained within the California Code of Regulations.

With our comprehensive legal guidance, Rogoway Law attorney can help your business navigate the complexities of California’s cannabis laws and regulations, mitigating potential risks and ensuring your opportunity for long-term success.

We thoroughly review your business’s practices, licenses, permits, policies, and operations to identify any areas of non-compliance. We then develop strategic solutions to remediate issues and ensure alignment with legal and regulatory requirements.

Our team assists in obtaining, renewing, and maintaining necessary licenses and permits from regulatory agencies. We streamline the application and renewal processes to ensure your business is fully authorized to operate.

We establish and maintain effective lines of communication with federal, state, and local regulatory authorities. This allows us to advocate on your behalf and promptly address any compliance concerns. 

Our compliance attorneys engage with federal, state, and local regulatory agencies on your behalf, promoting cooperation and ensuring compliance with all requirements.

We help businesses implement policies, procedures, and systems to safeguard sensitive data. Our guidance helps ensure compliance with evolving data protection laws and mitigates risks.

We thoroughly assess potential compliance-related risks and develop robust strategies to proactively mitigate them.

We provide guidance during product development and packaging design to ensure adherence to industry-specific regulations around labeling, marketing, and ingredients.

Our attorneys can represent you in licensing, permitting, and compliance audits by regulatory authorities. We aim to ensure a smooth and successful audit process.

Our attorneys have extensive experience providing tailored compliance counsel across the alcoholic beverage, cannabis, and related industries. We stay up-to-date on the latest regulations to guide your business in accordance with the specific laws affecting your operations.

Rogoway’s compliance team closely tracks regulatory changes and developments across industries. We keep clients informed of any updates that may impact business operations and compliance obligations.

We offer comprehensive training programs to educate your staff on current compliance regulations and requirements. This helps minimize the risk of inadvertent violations.

Tailored training programs can educate your staff on compliance best practices, record keeping, product sampling laws, and more.

Product recalls can pose significant risks to a company’s reputation, consumer trust, and financial stability. When faced with the need for a product recall, swift and strategic action is essential to protect your brand and the well-being of your customers.

At Rogoway Law, we understand the complexities involved in product recalls and the urgency required in such situations. Our experienced legal team works closely with clients to develop comprehensive recall plans, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and effectively managing the recall process.