NJ A6003

Requires the Cannabis Regulatory Commission to establish laboratory testing standards for accuracy and quality control, and to employ microbiologists and chemists to conduct audits and approve testing methods developed by cannabis testing facilities

Creates an external audit program using statistical tools to detect anomalies or manipulation in testing results, with authority to access premises, obtain records, and order product recalls when contamination or fraud is discovered

Establishes a secret shopper program to conduct anonymous compliance checks on licensed cannabis facilities, including verification of packaging, labeling, age verification, and product testing

Mandates public disclosure of Certificates of Analysis for all cannabis products on the Commission's website, with retailers required to provide documentation to purchasers upon request

Creates criminal penalties for testing fraud: first offense is a disorderly persons offense (up to 6 months imprisonment, $1,000 fine), second offense is a fourth-degree crime (up to 18 months imprisonment, $10,000 fine), plus a private civil cause of action allowing aggrieved parties to recover triple damages