Missouri Attorney General Catherine Hanaway has filed a lawsuit against Pressure STL, accusing the business of selling unlicensed THC products marketed to minors. The company is alleged to have distributed cannabis items disguised as popular candy and snacks, which are not only potentially dangerous due to high THC levels but also fall outside the state’s legal marijuana regulations.
The Attorney General’s lawsuit seeks to immediately stop the sale of the unlicensed cannabis products. According to the Office of the Attorney General of Missouri, Hanaway stated that the items sold by Pressure STL contain THC levels above legal limits, posing potential health risks, particularly to children drawn to the products by familiar candy-style packaging.
Missouri law requires all marijuana-related products to undergo safety testing and comply with strict regulations, including age-verification measures to prevent sales to minors. The lawsuit alleges that Pressure STL has ignored these requirements, operating outside legal boundaries. Products created through chemical conversion may contain contaminants, solvents, or unknown byproducts, posing health risks, and the FDA has not approved any intoxicating hemp-derived products for safety.
Missouri Attorney General Catherine Hanaway has warned that her office will take swift action against those selling harmful or misleading products, particularly to children. The lawsuit filed in the Circuit Court of the City of St. Louis seeks civil penalties and an injunction to stop Pressure STL from selling any cannabis products. The Attorney General’s office is also encouraging Missouri residents who believe they have been harmed by these intoxicating hemp products to contact the Consumer Protection hotline or submit a complaint through the office’s website.
Attorney General Hanaway’s actions against Pressure STL are part of a broader effort to address illegal activities that threaten public health and safety in Missouri. The lawsuit represents one component of a statewide initiative aimed at reducing public nuisances and promoting community safety. The full text of the lawsuit is available on the Attorney General’s official website.
