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Card Benefits

Wondering Why You Should Get Your Medical Card?

Having your medical marijuana card in California can change everything.
Possession Limits

Medical marijuana patients are able to buy up to 8 ounces of marijuana flower, or an equivalent amount of concentrate (20 to 50 grams). Recreational users are allowed no more than 1 ounce of cannabis flower, or 8 grams of concentrate.

Age Limitations

To visit a dispensary, you must be at least 21. However if you are under 18 and have a qualifying medical condition you may get your medical marijuana card. Having a medical marijuana card is the only way to legally use and purchase cannabis at a dispensary if you are not 21+.

Tailored Treatment Options

With a medical marijuana card, patients gain access to a wide range of medical cannabis products specifically tailored to address various health concerns.

Holistic Healthcare

Medical marijuana can offer a more holistic approach, minimizing the reliance on pharmaceutical drugs and other medications that may lead to dependency or adverse reactions.

Patient Support

Your doctor can help you understand dosage recommendations, potential side effects, and any interactions with other medications. Also, they are there to ensure you have a safe and effective experience with medical marijuana.

Savings

Medical marijuana users pay less tax than adult recreational users. Depending on the county, recreational cannabis tax can be upwards of 20%+! Being a medical marijuana patient saves you tons of money each time you shop.

How To Get Your Card

Getting your MMJ card in California is simple with PrestoDoctor.

Book an appointment with PrestoDoctor

Speak to a doctor at PrestoDoctor and get approved for your California medical marijuana card online. 

The appointment with our certified medical cannabis doctors is only $49.99. If you are not approved, you will get your money back!

Get approved for your MMJ card

Once approved, we will send you your recommendation letter via email in addition to a copy in the mail.

This includes your patient ID number which allows dispensaries to verify you are a medical marijuana patient.

Start visiting licensed dispensaries!

Start visiting licensed dispensaries as a medical marijuana patient. Sometimes, dispensaries offer discounts or special freebies to medical patients!

Additionally, as a medical marijuana patient there will be no purchase amount limits.

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Required Documents:

The state of California does not require any documents to get a California medical marijuana card. The sole requirement is that the patient must be over 18 years old. 

Qualifying Conditions

In order to obtain a medical marijuana card in California, it is crucial to meet the qualifying medical conditions set forth by the state. To be eligible for a medical marijuana card in California, individuals must have one or more of the following qualifying medical conditions:

In addition to the listed conditions, a physician may recommend medical marijuana to a patient with any debilitating illness where the medical use of marijuana has been “deemed appropriate and has been recommended by a physician”.

FAQs

Here are the most frequently asked questions about California's Medical Program.

California does not require patients to register for a state medical marijuana identification card. This means they will not automatically mail out your physical medical marijuana ID card. After your appointment, PrestoDoctor will mail you an ID card but this is not an official state of California medical marijuana ID card.

Getting a physical medical marijuana ID card is voluntary and is not required. Some patients choose to get their state medical marijuana card for additional legal protection as well as a reduced tax rate on cannabis products.

To get your medical marijuana identification card (MMIC), you must fill out the application for the MMIC. Then you will need your proof of identity and proof of residency. Lastly, you’ll need to bring your signed doctor’s recommendation which states that your medical condition may benefit from medical cannabis. Your application to get your card must be done in person.

To find your local department of public health office click here.

There is a fee to get a state issued card. The fee is dependent on the county, and is typically around $100. However, if you have Medi-Cal, California will reduce the amount by 50%.

It can take up to 35 days for the Department of Cannabis Control to mail out your California cannabis ID card.

Yes, under the California homegrow program, qualified patients can cultivate up to six  (6) mature plants or twelve (12) immature plants per private residence. These plants can be grown indoors or outdoors but must be in an enclosed area not visible to the public. 

Patients must be 18 years or older to get an California state recommendation from PrestoDoctor. If you are under 18, you must apply with a caregiver.

The state of California does not require any registration or fees to be paid.

The cost for your doctor appointment with PrestoDoctor is $49.99 -$69.99. You’ll only be billed if you are approved for your medical marijuana card. In the event of a denial, rest assured, there is no charge, as we offer a 100% money-back guarantee. 

Yes, recreational cannabis is legal in California. Anyone who is 21 years old or older may purchase cannabis. 

However, without a medical marijuana card there are purchase limits as well as taxes to be paid that medical patients are exempt from.

Medical documentation is encouraged, however it is not required. It is up to your physician to decide if you have a qualifying medical condition.

No, cannabis is legal in California so anyone 21+ can purchase from a licensed dispensary.

No, you do not need to be a resident of California with proof of residency to get a California medical marijuana card.

To find a list of PrestoDoctor' recommended California dispensaries, click here.

Medical marijuana patients are able to buy up to 8 ounces of marijuana flower, or an equivalent amount of concentrate (20 to 50 grams). Recreational users are allowed no more than 1 ounce of cannabis flower, or 8 grams of concentrate.

With a medical marijuana card, you will be able to possess and purchase more cannabis legally.

PrestoDoctor will mail your unofficial medical marijuana ID card with your patient ID number within 5 business days. 

To get your MMIC, you must apply with the state. The Department of Cannabis Control can take up to 35 days to mail out your card.

California state recommendations are valid for up to one year from the date it is issued, unless a specific date is listed.

More Information On California

After your appointment, PrestoDoctor will mail you an ID card but this is not an official state of California medical marijuana ID card.

California does not require patients to register for a state medical marijuana identification card. This means they will not automatically mail out your physical medical marijuana ID card. 

Getting a physical medical marijuana ID card is voluntary and is not required. Some patients choose to get their state medical marijuana card for additional legal protection as well as a reduced tax rate on cannabis products.

To get your medical marijuana identification card (MMIC), you must fill out the application for the MMIC. Then you will need your proof of identity and proof of residency. Lastly, you’ll need to bring your signed doctor’s recommendation which states that your medical condition may benefit from medical cannabis. Your application to get your card must be done in person.

To find your local department of public health office click here.

There is a fee to get a state issued card. The fee is dependent on the county, and is typically around $100. However, if you have Medi-Cal, California will reduce the amount by 50%.

You can renew your ID card up to 60 days before its expiration date. The renewal process is easy and requires the same process as when you originally applied.

  • In Arkansas, using medical marijuana is prohibited in certain locations. This includes school buses, preschools, primary or secondary schools, correctional facilities, motor vehicles, private residences used for licensed childcare or similar social services, and public places where observation by others is expected. Public places include state or locally owned or leased buildings, excluding private residences unless they provide licensed childcare or similar services. Additionally, medical marijuana use is prohibited in healthcare facilities, areas covered by the Clean Indoor Air Act of 2006, and near individuals under 18 years old.
  • Members of the Arkansas National Guard and the United States military are prohibited from obtaining a qualified patient or designated caregiver registry ID card under legislation passed in 2017.
  • It’s important to note that individuals under the age of 21 are prohibited from consuming herbal cannabis. Additionally, adults are not allowed to inhale herbal cannabis in the presence of a pregnant woman or a child aged 14 or younger. Dispensaries are also restricted from offering cannabis-infused food or drink items containing more than 10mg of THC. Furthermore, they are prohibited from selling cannabis-infused edibles that resemble products typically consumed by and marketed to children.

 

To become a primary caregiver under California marijuana law, you must meet specific criteria:

  1. Be at least 18 years old.
  2. You cannot apply for a Medical Marijuana Identification Card (MMIC) for yourself.
  3. Provide valid proof of identity, such as a California driver’s license or government-issued photo ID.
  4. If caring for multiple patients, you must reside in the same county.
  5. If you cease caregiving for a patient, return your MMIC for confidential destruction to the county program that issued it.

California currently does not have any reciprocity laws in place.

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