MMJ patients can purchase a wider range of products, including exotic and potent strains for their treatment
Qualified patients can purchase and carry 8x more cannabis with them than recreational users. The amount must be consistent with the patient’s needs.
Your medical cannabis card remains valid for a duration of one year. Rest assured that Dr.Weedy will proactively remind you in advance of the upcoming MMJ renewal, while also offering you an exclusive discount for the renewal process.
If you are 18-20 years of age, with the MMJ card you can legally use and purchase cannabis products. For recreational users the age limit is 21+.
Our streamlined process ensures that it only takes a few minutes to complete the application form and receive your Digital Medical Rec. Once obtained, you can conveniently print it out and start utilizing it immediately.
Medical patients can grow up to 6 mature or 12 immature plants. Some cities and counties have specific rules for home grows, such as permit requirements or requiring grows to be indoors.
Even if you don't get a doctor's approval or just change your mind, be sure that you will get all your money back.
Telemedicine allows you to get a medical card fr om the comfort of your own home. You can avoid traffic and long lines in clinics and receive a digital copy of your Rec right after the online evaluation. The physical copy will be delivered straight to your mailbox.
Our system is 100% HIPAA compliant. All your information is secured and confidential.
It is important to understand and follow the laws and regulations regarding medical cannabis use in California. Dr.Weedy ensures that you are fully informed about legal compliance and responsible use, empowering you to make educated decisions about your treatment.
Patients must be at least 18 years old to apply for a medical cannabis recommendation. For patients under 18, a parent or legal guardian can act as their caregiver and apply on their behalf.
Patients must be residents of California and provide proof of residency, such as a valid California ID or driver’s license.
Patients must have a qualifying medical condition as specified by California law.
Qualifying Conditions For Medical Card In California
Your physician can also recommend cannabis to help with chronic or persistent medical symptoms that either:
Patients must be at least 18 years old to apply for a medical cannabis recommendation. For patients under 18, a parent or legal guardian can act as their caregiver and apply on their behalf.
In accordance with California law, individuals who are qualified patients or primary caregivers and possess a state-issued identification card are permitted to possess a maximum of 8 ounces (approximately 226 grams) of dried cannabis flower per qualified patient. For comparison, recreational users can possess up to 1 ounce (approximately 28 grams) of dried cannabis flower.
However, it is important to note that qualified patients or primary caregivers with a doctor’s recommendation may possess an amount of cannabis that aligns with the patient’s specific needs (as stated in § 11362.77, subd. (b)). It should be clarified that the allowable quantities of medicinal cannabis should only include the dried mature processed flowers or buds of the female cannabis plant (as indicated in § 11362.77, subd. (d)).
These possession limits, adopted as daily limits, are also applicable to licensed retailers under the MAUCRSA enabling regulations. This ensures that licensed retailers comply with the possession limits when selling to medicinal cannabis patients or primary caregivers (as per Cal. Code Regs., tit. 16, § 5409.)
Please be aware that there may be additional restrictions imposed by local ordinances. Counties and cities have the authority to establish their own regulations that permit qualified patients or primary caregivers to possess medicinal cannabis in quantities that surpass the possession guidelines outlined by the Medical Marijuana Program (MMP) (as specified in § 11362.77, subd. (c)).
Moreover, under the Compassionate Use Act (CUA), qualified patients who claim protection are entitled to possess an amount of cannabis that is deemed “reasonably related to their current medical needs” (according to the People v. Trippet court case in 1997, 56 Cal.App.4th 1532, 1549). This ensures that patients who qualify under the CUA can possess an appropriate amount of cannabis to address their specific medical requirements.
As a caregiver providing support and assistance to medical cannabis patients in California, it is crucial to understand and adhere to legal compliance and responsible use guidelines. Here are important considerations for MMJ caregivers:
By adhering to these guidelines, MMJ caregivers can ensure legal compliance and responsible use of medical cannabis, providing valuable support to qualified patients while upholding the laws and regulations in California.
Dr.Weedy acknowledges the importance of ensuring equal access to medical cannabis treatment for individuals with disabilities in California. We are committed to providing a supportive and inclusive environment for all patients, including those with disabilities. Here’s how we strive to make marijuana treatment accessible for people with disabilities:
In California, individuals have the option to choose between a Medical Marijuana Identification Card (MMIC) and a medical marijuana recommendation when accessing medical cannabis. Here’s what you need to know:
The choice between obtaining an MMIC or sticking with a Medical Rec is a personal decision for patients. However, if you decide to register for an MMIC, please be aware that you will be responsible for your county’s registration fee. The MMIC provides additional legal protection and certain benefits to registered patients. To learn more about the MMIC and its advantages, we recommend reading our article on the subject.
Medical cannabis patients in California are allowed to cultivate their own cannabis plants for personal use. The growing limits are as follows:
Qualified patients or primary caregivers may maintain no more than 6 mature or 12 immature cannabis plants per qualified patient (as outlined in § 11362.77, subd. (a).)
It’s important to note that these cultivation limits are specific to medical cannabis patients in California. Recreational users have different cultivation limits. Additionally, local ordinances may impose further restrictions or regulations on cultivation, such as zoning requirements or limitations on the number of plants allowed per property.
If you want to grow cannabis and sell it in California, you will need a cultivation license.
Before cultivating cannabis, it is essential to familiarize oneself with the specific laws and regulations in your local jurisdiction to ensure compliance with the cultivation limits and any additional requirements imposed by local authorities.
California recognizes the potential benefits of medical cannabis for veterans and provides certain provisions to facilitate access to medical cannabis treatment. Here is the main information and rules regarding medical cannabis for veterans in California:
Dr.Weedy is committed to supporting veterans in their journey towards accessing medical marijuana treatment. We understand and appreciate the sacrifices they have made for our country. As part of our dedication to veterans, we offer special programs and discounts to make medical cannabis more affordable and accessible to them. Our initiatives for veterans include subsidized recommendation quotas, allowing veterans to obtain their medical cannabis recommendations at a reduced cost.
To avail of the veteran’s discount, simply click here.
Dr.Weedy understands that individuals visiting California may require access to medical marijuana treatment during their stay, even if they are not residents of the state. We are here to provide information on medical marijuana reciprocity and how non-residents can obtain a medical cannabis card in California.
According To Prob.215, which regulates issues related to medical marijuana, a participant in the MMJ California program can grow and consume as much cannabis as they need, based on medical necessity. However, if this freedom is abused, the SB 420 standards may be applied to a person who grows more than 6 mature and 12 vegetative plants at the same time. Also, according to this law, it is allowed to store up to 8 ounces of dried cannabis per 1 person. At the same time, legal practice suggests that if a patient exceeds the permissible limit, but their doctor will examine the need for such intensive use of cannabis in therapy, the accused is likely to be acquitted.
Under Federal law, possession of marijuana in excess of the permitted standards is a misdemeanor, and the cultivation of cannabis bushes in excess of the permitted amount entails criminal prosecution. At the same time, participants in the medical cannabis program are subject to more lenient forms of punishment or are not charged at all.
In the state of California, many counties and cities have adopted regulations on zoning areas where medical cannabis is grown. In this regard, some communities either prohibit or significantly restrict the cultivation of marijuana in the open air. Therefore, experts recommend that you first clarify the rules of local legislation before making a decision about growing your own medical weed.
Although by law, you only need to show the police a doctor's recommendation confirming approval of your use of medical cannabis, in practice, there may be problems up to checking the patient database. Therefore, if you don't want to face such troubles, it is more reasonable to issue a card and freely use the legal right to buy, use, and carry cannabis.
At the moment, they do not accept them. However, if you have lived in California for a long time and can be classified as a resident, then it is wise to issue a local MMJ California membership card and enjoy all its benefits without restrictions.