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Legal status
- Fully legal
Possession limits
- Medical patients
10 oz60 day supply
- Recreational users
1 oz
State taxes
- Medical patients
0%
- Recreational users
17-20%
Cultivation
- Medical patients
6 plants
- Recreational users
6 plants
- Cultivation is legal
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How getting a medical marijuana card works for qualifying patients in Massachusetts.
1. Sign Up
No appointment necessary. Register with Leafwell on any device and consult with one of our licensed medical marijuana doctors in minutes.
2. Get Your Patient PIN
Healthcare providers will submit the information of qualifying patients to the state and issue your patient PIN and temporary medical card.
3. Apply with the State of MA
Log on to the Massachusetts Medical Use of Marijuana Program website and complete the state application with your PIN and instructions.
4. Receive Your Medical Cannabis Card
You’ll receive a plastic MA marijuana program registration card via U.S. mail within one to two weeks of application approval.
What are the benefits of getting a medical marijuana card in Massachusetts?
With an MA medical marijuana card, you can access benefits such as higher possession limits and lower taxes.
How much does an MA card cost?
Medical marijuana patients in MA save more with Leafwell. Get your money back if not approved.
Qualifying medical conditions
The following is a list of qualifying conditions for medical marijuana treatment in Massachusetts:
- Nausea & Vomiting
- Parkinson’s Disease (PD)
- Peripheral Neuropathy (PN)
- Viral and Prion Disease or Infections of the Central Nervous System (CNS)
Other debilitating* conditions as declared in writing by the patient’s certifying healthcare provider.
*Debilitating” is defined by state law as “causing weakness, cachexia, wasting syndrome, intractable pain, or nausea, or impairing strength or ability, and progressing to such an extent that one or more of a patient’s major life activities is substantially limited.”
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3 documents needed to apply for a Massachusetts medical marijuana card
To apply for a medical marijuana card in Massachusetts, you must follow a few essential steps to ensure your eligibility and successful registration. The process begins by gathering the necessary documents and information, which includes obtaining a medical marijuana recommendation and providing proof of identity and residence.
- Medical Marijuana Recommendation: A copy of the medical marijuana recommendation from your healthcare provider – you can download this from your Leafwell profile.
- Proof of identity: MA Driver’s License, MA State ID, US Military ID or US Passport with Proof of Residence.
- Proof of residence: Acceptable proof that you’re a legal resident is anything that shows your current address, like utility bills, bank statements, current property tax statements, voter registration cards, and health insurance documents.
Next steps after approval
Congrats on getting your medical certification! You’re almost there, but there are a few more steps to complete to get a medical cannabis card in Massachusetts. Let’s dive in!
- Before You Start: What You’ll Need
- A credit or debit card for payment
- A valid photo ID
- Your personal identification number (PIN) from your appointment with Leafwell
- Complete Application: Patient logs into the Massachusetts Medical Use of Marijuana Program to complete the application.
- Get Temporary ID: Once reviewed, medical marijuana patients will be issued a Temporary Program ID Card (valid for 42 days) and can shop for medical marijuana in Massachusetts while they wait for the state to mail a physical card 1-2 weeks later.
- Start Shopping: With your new card and a valid photo ID (like a valid driver’s license), you can legally purchase cannabis for medical use from your designated state-licensed dispensary.
Can I renew my Massachusetts medical marijuana card online?
It’s easy for registered qualifying patients to renew their Massachusetts medical marijuana card with Leafwell. The process is a bit shorter than when you get a medical marijuana card for the first time in MA. To see a step-by-step explainer on renewing your medical marijuana cards in this state and to start the process, check out our MA renewal page.
Legal limitations for MA card holders
Navigating the legal landscape of marijuana for medical use can be a bit tricky, but we’re here to break it down for you. Here are some key points you should be aware of if you’re a medical cannabis patient in Massachusetts:
- Medical cannabis cannot be used publicly or on federal land.
- It’s illegal to drive while under the influence of marijuana or to have an open container of marijuana in a vehicle while on the road or in a public place.
- While driving, any medical cannabis products should be stored in a closed container in the trunk or a locked glove compartment.
- There is a tax of $3.50 per gram of medical cannabis if the owner possesses 40 grams or more.
How to become a caregiver in Massachusetts
If you’re looking to become a caregiver for a medical marijuana patient in Massachusetts, there are some important rules and steps you’ll need to follow.
Picking Up for Patients
Good news! As an adult caregiver, you can pick up medical marijuana from a dispensary on behalf of a registered patient. Handy, right?
Caregiver Limitations
An individual may not be a Personal Caregiver for more than five medical patients at once. If the patient is a minor, having a caregiver is a must.
Application Process
Personal caregivers must submit a separate application to get a medical marijuana caregiver card.
Eligibility Criteria
To qualify, you must:
- Be at least 21.
- Live in Massachusetts and have proof of residency.
- Have a Massachusetts driver’s license or a state-issued ID card with your current address.
- Carry their medical ID card at all times.
- Notify the state within five days if the card is lost, stolen, or destroyed: 617-660-537.
Timing
If approved, you will receive your registration card in the mail within 10-15 business days.
Can you use a Massachusetts medical card in other states?
Massachusetts does not offer medical marijuana reciprocity to cardholders from other states with medical programs. However, anyone 21 or older can purchase marijuana for recreational use.
That said, your MA medical card will be recognized in these other states and territories:
- Arizona
- Arkansas *
- Delaware
- Hawaii *
- Louisiana
- Maine
- Michigan (at the dispensary’s discretion)
- Nevada
- New Hampshire
- New Jersey *
- New Mexico
- Oklahoma *
- Puerto Rico
- Rhode Island
- U.S. Virgin Islands *
- Utah * (up to two 21-day periods in a calendar year)
- Washington, D.C.
*Visitors must complete a visiting patient application with the state program.
Minor medical cannabis patient information
Minors can have a parent or guardian become their caregiver and apply for a medical cannabis card on their behalf.
The minor must have certifications from two healthcare providers, one being a pediatrician or pediatric specialist.
Please note: Leafwell cannot certify minors in Massachusetts at this time. We apologize for any inconvenience.
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