Georgia Medical Marijuana Laws
Georgia Department of Public Health
Georgia Access to Medical Cannabis Commission
The Georgia Access to Medical Cannabis Commission is an electronic online database for the registration of qualified medical marijuana patients and certified MMJ physicians. To be able to legally obtain and use medical marijuana, you must be on this registry. To be eligible to use medical marijuana as a treatment, you must have a diagnosis that is active and qualifies as a Debilitating Medical Condition. This type of medical condition is generally a condition that causes significant impediments to daily functioning despite the condition being treated with more traditional forms of treatment. The first step to becoming a recommended medical marijuana patient is to set up an appointment with a certified marijuana doctor. National Medical Marijuana Card Services makes the process of finding a certified doctor in your area easier by providing a evaluations and recommendations through telemedicine.
Due to COVID-19, telemedicine is allowed in Georgia, rules are waived to allow telemedicine for existing patients.
Georgia requires a patient to obtain a medical marijuana card through a registry. The certified doctor’s recommendation is the proof needed for eligibility purposes. For minors who are suffering from autism spectrum disorder-related conditions, parents must have their minor child see a pediatric sub-specialist before visiting with a medical marijuana certified doctor. In terms of dispensaries, state pharmacy medical marijuana rules allow for dispensaries and private pharmacies to operate in the state. Having a medical marijuana recommendation does not allow for patients to cultivate marijuana plants. There are only two dispensary licenses and twenty two independently licensed pharmacies that have been issued in the state. Present your Medical card to get your low THC oil.
Find more information pertaining to Georgia’s medical marijuana program, including general FAQs, approved medical conditions, and steps to take to participate in the Georgia MJ program as a patient.
Georgia Access to Medical Cannabis Commission