Get a Michigan Medical Marijuana Card

Next steps after approval

Congratulations on getting approved for your medical certification!

Per state regulations, you must complete the state side of the application process within 30 days of receiving your Leafwell certificate.

Here’s a guide to what you need to do next.

Before you start, have these supporting documents ready:

• Physician Certification Form (from Leafwell)
• MI Driver’s License, MI State ID, or government-issued document that includes your name and date of birth with a copy of MI voter registration
• Proof of Residency Requirements

Getting Your Michigan Medical Marijuana Card

1. Go to http://www.michigan.gov/CRAonline and click Register for an Account.
   1. Fill out all the Required Fields.
   2. Check that you have read, understand, and agree to the Terms of Service.
   3. Click Continue.
   4. For Contact Type select Individual.
   5. Enter your Contact Information: First Name, Middle Initial, Last Name and Date of Birth must match your proof of Michigan residency.
   6. Select Mailing from the Address Type drop-down menu and provide your mailing address.
   7. Click Submit.
   8. Now you will be back at the Home page. This will show your account has been completed and you may now log in. 
2. Log in with the user name or email address and password you created the account with: https://michigan.gov/CRAonline
3. Click on the Registry Cards tab, then click on Create an Application.
4. Read the General Disclaimer, check the acceptance box, and click Continue Application.
5. Click on the Registry Cards drop-down, and select Patient Only Registry Application then click Continue Application. 
6. Click on the Select from Account.
7. Verify your Mailing address is checked and click Continue. After verifying your information, click Continue Application.
8. Review your Current Address. Select Yes or No if you need to change your address.
9. From the drop-down menu select what type of Proof of Residency you will use.
   1. If you select Michigan State Issued Driver’s License Number or Personal Identification, fill in the required (*) fields.
   2. If you select I’ll upload my MI Voter Reg and a valid Government Issued Document with my name and birthdate, follow these steps:
      1. (No Name Change) – If you do not need to change your name select No.
      2. (Name Change) – If you need to change your name, select Yes. Fill in the required fields (*) with your new Name and Date of Birth.
10. Click Continue Application.
    1. Note: If you receive an error when submitting your Driver’s License/ID info, select the “I’ll upload my MI Voter…” option from the drop-down and follow the steps above.
11. Select from the dropdown list that your physician will certify you online.
12. Type in the Michigan Physician License Number then press tab (physician’s info will auto-populate) and click Continue Application.
13. If you selected I’ll Upload my MI Voter Reg and a Government Issued Document with my name and birthdate for proof of residency,you will now be asked to upload those documents. Make sure your documents are downloaded to your computer or device before moving on.
14. Review the application info, edit each section if needed, and print a copy for your records. Read the Attestation, check the Attestation Certification Box, and click Continue Application.
15. Once you have reviewed the application fee, click Continue Application.
16. Choose a method of payment and click Next.
17. Fill in all Required Fields (*) for the payment type you selected, click Next then click Pay Now. 
18. Once your payment has been successfully submitted, you will receive confirmation that your application has been submitted. Write this record number on the summary you printed, or you may print this page for your records.
19. Wait for your application to be processed — you don’t need to do anything.
    1. Once your Leafwell Physician receives notice of your pending application, they have 15 days to complete their portion of your application.
    2. Once your application has been processed, you will receive an email from noreply@accela.com. This email may go to your Spam or Junk folder.
    3. You may check your application status by logging into the Accela Citizen Access Portal (www.Michigan.gov/CRAonline) and clicking the Registry Card tab.
20. Receive your ID card in the mail within 30 days of the application. Your card will be valid for 2 years.

Additional Resources:

• Create an Account
• Apply for a Patient Only Registry Card

How to renew your medical marijuana license in Michigan

You should renew 60 days before your card’s expiry date and link your records before you go through the normal renewal process. If your medical card has already expired/lapsed in the state system, you must apply again as a new medical marijuana patient after linking your existing registration record. Otherwise, the process to renew your card looks a lot like getting your medical card for the first time.

Next steps after renewal

Congratulations on your Michigan renewal!

Per state regulations, you must complete the state-side renewal application process within 30 days of receiving your Leafwell certificate.

1. If your MMMP records are not already attached to an email, you will need to link your existing registration record before completing the renewal application. Click here for instructions.
2. Log in here using your username or email address and password.
3. Once logged in, click on the Registry Cards tab.
4. Click Renew Application on the far right under ‘Action.’
5. Click Continue Application.
6. OPTIONAL: Update your caregiver information. If nothing has changed, just click Continue Application.
   1. If you don’t have a caregiver, you won’t see this step.
7. Review your current address.
   1. If it is correct, toggle ‘no’ and click Continue Application.
   2. If it is incorrect, toggle ‘yes’, update your address, and then click Continue Application.
8. Select your proof of residency.
   1. For Michigan State Issued Driver’s License Number you can then fill in the fields and click Continue Application.
   2. For MI Voter Reg and a valid Government Document, click Continue Application and upload the documents later in the process.
9. Review your name and date of birth.
   1. If it is correct, toggle ‘no’ and click Continue Application.
   2. If it is incorrect, toggle ‘yes’, update your address, and then click Continue Application.
10. From the dropdown, select the option that says your physician will certify you online.
11. Type in the Michigan Physician License Number on your Leafwell certification, press tab to auto-populate the information, and click Continue Application.
12. OPTIONAL: Upload documents.
    1. If you selected to upload your MI Voter Registration and valid government document as proof of ID, upload these now too — add each document one at a time.
    2. Once all documents are up, click Continue.
13. Review all the information, click the attestation box, then click Continue Application.
14. Select your method of payment and click Next.
15. Fill in the necessary information and click Next.
16. Click pay now to complete payment. Once your payment has been successfully submitted, you will receive confirmation that your application has been submitted.
17. Your application will be reviewed in 15 business days.
    1. Once your application has been processed, you’ll receive an email from noreply@accela.com — it may go to your spam/junk folder.
    2. You can check the status of your application at any time by logging back in and clicking on the Registry Card tab.

Legal limitations for Michigan medical cannabis cardholders

Medical marijuana laws: The Michigan Medical Marihuana Act of ‘08 authorized medical marijuana use and provided certain protections for medical marijuana patients and caregivers. In 2016, a series of medical marijuana laws were passed that established a regulatory system for medical cannabis dispensaries and approved the use of additional cannabis products, such as topicals and edibles.

Cultivation is legal for patients and recreational users: Like recreational users, medical cannabis patients may also cultivate up to 12 plants within a private residence. Patients under 18 must have a designated caregiver to purchase and administer medical marijuana.

Recreational marijuana use is legal: Recreational users 21 and older may possess up to 2.5 ounces of cannabis, including a maximum of 15 grams of marijuana concentrate. Adult consumers can grow up to 12 plants within their home, in a secured area, away from public view. Furthermore, adults may possess up to 10 ounces of marijuana as well as any cannabis produced by plants cultivated within their private residences.

Public consumption prohibited: Cannabis possession and consumption are also prohibited in public spaces, as is driving under the influence of marijuana. Penalties for violating laws governing cannabis use in Michigan range from a civil infraction to a felony, with fines starting at $500.

Hemp-derived CBD and Delta-8 are legal:  The passage of HB 4744 in 2019 legalized the sale, possession, distribution, and use of THC isomers such as delta-8, delta-10, and hashish. Additionally, while hemp-derived CBD is legal in Michigan, cannabis-derived CBD is prohibited.

How to become a caregiver in Michigan

Caregivers are designated by the patient, who has agreed to assist with a patient’s medical use of marijuana and meets the requirements stated below.

Minor medical cannabis patients (under 18 years old) require a caregiver.

Caregiver Requirements:

• Caregiver must be at least 21 years of age.
• Never convicted of a violent or drug-related felony.
• Primary caregivers must not have committed a felony within the last 10 years.
• Patients may designate one caregiver. Caregivers can have up to five patients.

Caregiver Registration (State):

• A patient must designate their caregiver on the application. Those applying with a caregiver must complete a paper application. There is no fee to become a caregiver. No mistakes or white-out on paper applications are allowed.
  • Refer to the caregiver application and instructions for initial and renewal adult patients who would like to apply with a caregiver.
  • For existing patients who want to add a caregiver, refer to the add/change caregiver form.
  • For minor patients and their caregiver(s), refer to the minor application.
• Your valid ID must be submitted with the patient’s application.

Can I use my Michigan medical marijuana card in other states?

Some states accept out-of-state medical marijuana cards in a process called reciprocity. The following states accept medical marijuana cards from Michigan or otherwise allow access to cannabis:

• Arizona
• Arkansas *
• Delaware
• Hawaii *
• Louisiana
• Maine
• 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 patient information

Minors can have caregivers apply on their behalf. Minor patients also need two doctors’ MMJ certificates to submit along with their applications. At this time, Leafwell does not qualify minor patients in Michigan online.