To qualify for a medical marijuana card in Colorado, you must:

• Be a Colorado resident with a valid state-issued ID.
• Be 18 years or older.
• Have a qualifying medical condition, such as:

• Cancer
• Glaucoma
• HIV/AIDS
• Severe pain
• Severe nausea
• Seizures, including those characteristic of epilepsy
• Persistent muscle spasms, including those characteristic of multiple sclerosis
• Cachexia (wasting syndrome)

Additionally, conditions for which a physician could prescribe an opioid may also qualify.

The application process involves:

1. Medical Evaluation: Schedule an appointment with a licensed medical marijuana doctor for an evaluation.
2. Physician Certification: If you qualify, the doctor will provide a certification.
3. Online Application: Create an account on the Colorado Medical Marijuana Registry and submit your application along with the physician certification.
4. Payment: Pay the state application fee of $53.
5. Approval: Once approved, you can download and print your medical marijuana card.

You will need:

• A valid Colorado ID or driver’s license.
• Social Security number.
• Physician certification. (like the one Doc Morrison provides)
• Payment method for the application fee

If you are applying for an extended plant count or are under 21, additional medical records may be required.

Once you have completed you medical exam with a qualified medical professional, you apply online, approvals are typically processed within 2-3 business days.

Mailed applications can take up to 8 weeks.

The card is valid for one year from the date of issue.

Renewals require a new physician certification and application submission.

Yes, minors under 18 can apply but must:

• Have two physician certifications from different doctors.
• Have consent from a parent or legal guardian.
• Designate a caregiver.

Medical marijuana patients in Colorado may possess:

• Up to 2 ounces of usable marijuana.
• No more than 6 marijuana plants, with 3 or fewer being mature, flowering plants.

Yes, patients or their caregivers can cultivate up to 6 marijuana plants, with no more than 3 being mature, flowering plants.

In certain cases, extended plant counts may be approved based on medical necessity.

Yes, all personal and medical information is protected under HIPAA regulations and is kept confidential throughout the evaluation and application process.