Harborside Health Center

Legal Battles and Support:

• Summer 2012: U.S. Attorney initiated civil forfeiture actions against Harborside’s landlords.
• Harborside contested evictions in state court, citing compliance with laws.
• Oakland eviction dismissed by Superior Court judge.
• City of Oakland supported Harborside but was overruled.
• In 2015, three California Congress members backed Harborside against the US Department of Justice.

Patient Services and Recognition:

• Introduced lab testing to medical cannabis dispensaries.
• Provided free wellness services like acupuncture and yoga.
• Administered CBD to a child with Dravet syndrome.
• Featured in Weed Wars for CBD use.
• Known for comprehensive patient services.
• Recognized as the largest cannabis dispensary in the world.

Retail Operations:

• Commenced retail sales to adults in January 2018.
• Allows entry for adults over 21 with valid ID.
• Flagship location in Oakland and an additional branch in San Jose.
• Considered the largest nonprofit medical cannabis dispensary in California.

Media Coverage and Support:

• Articles from The New York Times and Los Angeles Times.
• Coverage in NBC News and Village Voice.
• Statements of support from California Congress members.
• Huffington Post covered the case dismissal.
• Featured in Discovery Channel’s Weed Wars and CNN’s Inside Man documentary.

Background and Industry Influence:

• Founded in 2006 by Steve DeAngelo.
• Operates as a non-profit patient collective.
• Considered a significant player in California’s medical marijuana industry.

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