MICHIGAN MEDICAL MARIJUANA CARD
Under Michigan medical marijuana law, medical marijuana patients must register with theMichigan Medical Marihuana Program (MMMP) to obtain a Medical Marihuana Registry Identification Card, also referred to as medical marijuana card, cannabis card or medical pot card. The MMMP contends that only a person with a qualifying debilitating medical condition who has obtained a valid MMMP registry card is exempt from criminal laws of the state for engaging in the medical use of marijuana.
HOW TO OBTAIN A MEDICAL MARIJUANA CARD IN MICHIGAN
- Fill out the appropriate application:
MMMP - Application Form and Instructions
MMMP - Application Form and Instructions for Minors
- Have a Michigan Licensed MD or DO complete and sign the Physician Certification form, which is included in the application form above. Find a qualified medical marijuana doctor in Michigan here.
- Mail the application and Physician Certification to the Michigan Department of Community Health (MDCH) along with the following documents:
- Copy of Patient’s Photo Identification
- Copy of Patient’s Photo Identification
- Caregiver Attestation (if applicable; included in the application form)
- Copy of Caregiver’s Photo Identification (if applicable)
- A check or money order in the amount of $100.00 (or a reduced fee of $25.00 if currently enrolled in Medicaid or receiving SSI or SSD* ) made payable to State of Michigan—MMMP
- Mail to:
Michigan Department of Community Health
Medical Marihuana Registry
P.O. Box 30083
Lansing, MI 48909
HOW TO QUALIFY FOR MEDICAL MARIJUANA IN MICHIGAN
To qualify to use medical marijuana in the state of Michigan, a patient must:
- Obtain a copy of your medical records indicating diagnosis of a qualifying condition, as listed below. Be sure to bring these records with you to your marijuana evaluation appointment. Learn how to request your medical records.
- Receive a recommendation from a Michigan licensed MD or DO. Find a qualified medical marijuana doctor in Michigan here.
- Register with the Michigan Department of Community Health to obtain a medical marijuana card.