Obtaining a medical marijuana card should be a carefully weighted decision made with family members or others who might be affected. Once you are comfortable with this decision, obtaining a recommendation from a doctor for debilitating conditions allows state residents to obtain a $110 “Medical Marijuana Registry” identification card. This card need to be renewed annually, and the doctor’s recommendation should also be kept current.
Part of that decision may also be legal ramifications, which could include your employer, landlord, or even creditors. Rob Grossman offers an initial, free consultation to clients, whether they are facing criminal charges or not, by calling 303-747-7700.
Possession of a medical marijuana card allows patients to legally possess up to two ounces of marijuana, or up to six plants. The same amount can also be kept, in tandem, with a designated caregiver, which could be a dispensary, or at the 2011 law refers to them, medical marijuana centers.
Possession of more than these amounts can subject patients to arrest, You will need to have your Medical Marijuana Card renewed and pay the fee every year. You should also annually see your doctor to keep your recommendation current.
And you should have the advice of an attorney well-grounded in the laws surrounding legal medical marijuana use in Colorado.