Denver, CO — Two cannabis companies have agreed to stop selling unlawful hemp products to Colorado consumers and pay fines under settlements announced by Colorado Attorney General Phil Weiser. The agreements resolve allegations that the companies misled consumers about the nature, quality, and legality of their products.
“Consumers should be able to trust the claims businesses make about what they sell,” said Weiser. “Companies that deceive consumers are breaking the law, and they will be accountable.”
MC Global Holdings (Vivimu)
MC Global Holdings, LLC, which operates under the brand name Vivimu, was found to have misrepresented several aspects of its hemp products. An investigation by the Attorney General’s Office revealed that the company falsely labeled some products as “organic,” exaggerated its role in manufacturing, and made unsupported health claims about cannabinoids.
As part of its settlement, MC Global Holdings and its owners, Jeff and Bret Worley, will:
Ensure all claims on the Vivimu website are accurate and compliant with law.
Register all business entities with the Colorado Secretary of State.
Implement an age verification system for online sales.
Follow Colorado’s auto-subscription laws.
The company will pay a $50,000 fine, which could increase to $250,000 if it violates the settlement. It may continue operating its Lakewood distribution facility under these new conditions.
Read the settlement between MC Global Holdings/Vivimu and the state (PDF).
Cookies Creative Consulting and Promotions, Inc. (CCC&P)
Cookies Creative Consulting and Promotions, Inc. (CCC&P), associated with the popular Cookies cannabis brand, also reached a settlement over claims that it misrepresented industrial hemp-derived cannabis products sold in Colorado.
According to the Attorney General’s Office, CCC&P allowed a third party to use its packaging and branding, which misled consumers into believing the products were legitimate Cookies cannabis offerings. Laboratory testing revealed the THC levels in these products significantly exceeded federally legal limits, contradicting the Certificates of Analysis posted on the company’s website.
Operated by Gilbert Anthony Milam Jr. and Parker Berling of California, CCC&P agreed to:
Fully comply with all state and federal regulations.
Obtain all necessary permits and licenses.
Display a “No Sales to Colorado” notice on their website for prohibited products.
Cease advertising such products within Colorado.
CCC&P will pay a $41,000 fine, which could grow to $141,000 if the company fails to comply with the settlement terms.
