Omar Figueroa is a legendary lawyer with more than 22 years of experience in California practicing cannabis law. He has published a series of books documenting the evolution of cannabis laws and regulations in the Golden State. In addition to being a cannabis lawyer, Omar is also a judge of fine cannabis, and helped develop a curriculum to train cannabis sommeliers, known as Ganjiers, as well as to develop a Systematic Assessment Protocol to ascertain quality akin to a wine sommelier.
Get to know Omar
Q: What excites you about cannabis being added to the annual competitions at the California State Fair?
A: California is known for its world-renowned cannabis, which will be showcased along with other ultrapremium goods produced in the Golden State.
Q: What do you think makes the California cannabis landscape/industry unique?
A: California’s cannabis culture is the oldest in the United States, and our genetics and know-how are second to none.
Q: What’s ONE thing you wish more people knew about cannabis?
A: Not all cannabis makes one sleepy; some varietals actually infuse one with energy, creativity, and a sense of well-being.
