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“THE MAGNOLIA LEAF”

It’s Me Again, Margaret! Julia here to answer the all-important question:

How do I get an ID card for Medical Marijuana?

First, of course, there are many rules, Let’s begin breaking down all the information in detail to understand the application requirements.

What comes next after your doctor has determined medical cannabis may benefit your quality of life? Ready to learn all about???

Come On, Let’s Get Rolling!!! (Literally and Figuratively)

Medical Cannabis Registry and Registry Identification Cards

 (ID card from here on out)

 You must have these items to apply for your ID card.

**First things first, you must have a written certification letter from your medical provider! **

That detail is out of the way, so here is the list of documentation needed for the application:

• Full legal name and any aliases (Think nicknames, such as Bill instead of William, maiden name, married name)
• Date of birth
• Current physical and mailing address
• A valid phone number or email address
• ID card issued by the State of Mississippi Department of Motor Vehicles
• Two documents showing proof of residency from the following list:
• Copy of ownership, lease, or rental agreement in your name proving residency
• Utility billing statement (power, gas, or water) with your name used for the home’s location
• Vehicle registration in your name
• A current photo. There are several specific rules to follow when taking this photograph
• The picture must be in full color, clear, and only of the head to the top of your shoulders
• Photo must be taken with a solid white or off-white background (take the picture in front of a blank white wall or maybe even hang a sheet/tablecloth to use)
• Make sure the picture is no less than six months old and looks like you at the time that you apply for your ID card
• Photo must be in either a .jpeg, .png, or .gif digital format
• Make sure the photo is taken with the face pointed    directly at the camera, at eye level, and with nothing in the way of the face
• Do not use any filters

Now that I’ve given you the basics, there are a few additional items needed if the patient is under the age of 18. Including:

• The parent or legal guardian will need everything from the above list and must also include the following:
• A copy of the minor’s birth certificate
• Any documents on court orders of custody, including but not limited to orders from Chancery or youth court
• The miner’s physical address
• Proof of Mississippi residency provided by custodial parent or guardian
• Phone number or email if different from parental/guardian’s provided information
• Mississippi ID (driver’s license, etc..), if applicable
• Picture of the minor child following the same guidelines as in the above section
• Written certification from the health care provider
• Affidavit (sworn proof) stating all information provided is true and correct
• Parental/guardian’s consent for minor to participate in the Mississippi Medical Cannabis Program
• A signed and dated affidavit swearing the medical marijuana is not given to any person or entity other than to whom it was prescribed

**I want you to make a mental note that more info may be required by the State of Mississippi, if necessary! **

“What if I am the caregiver of a patient?”, you might be asking?   Any caregiver will need a Designated Caregiver Card and all previous information listed to apply.

And last but not least, for a non-resident to qualify for an ID card, an applicant must meet these conditions:

• Must be diagnosed with a debilitating condition by a licensed doctor in the state where registered to live (not MS)
• Been a resident of Mississippi for less than 45 days or not a resident at all in the state
• Must have an active medical marijuana ID card from the state of residence
• Must also meet the Rule. 2. 5. 2 of requirements from The Mississippi Medical Cannibus Act as stated below:
• Affidavit stating information given is true and correct
• Affidavit promising no cannabis will be shared or sold to anyone other than to whom prescribed
• Non-residents can apply for ID cards up to 30 days before coming to Mississippi
• ID cards are only valid for a maximum of two separate 15-day periods in 365 days from the issue date of the card
• The first 15 Days is the initial approval period, with the 2^nd being the renewal approval period
• A maximum of 6 MMCEUs of medical marijuana per week may be dispensed, with a maximum of 12MMCEUs within 15 days

“MMCEU” means Mississippi Medical Cannabis Equivalency Unit. One unit of MMCEU is considered equal to:
         1. Three and one-half (3.5) grams of medical cannabis flower;
         2. One (1) gram of medical cannabis concentrate; or
         3. One hundred (100) milligrams of THC in an infused product.

I hope the information in this post helped answers all the questions on how to get your Medical Marijuana ID CARD!

Until next time,

Embrace Wellness!