Medical Cannabis in New Jersey
On January 18, 2010, Jon Corzine signed into law the Compassionate Use of Marijuana Act, which allowed the use of marijuana for people with certain conditions. As per the law, patients have to get marijuana from alternate treatment centers licensed by the state.
On September 10, 2013, Gov. Christie signed a law that allowed people under the age of 18 access to medical marijuana. Jake’s Law (A 20) was signed on June 2, 2019. The bill changed New Jersey’s medical marijuana laws, including increasing the allowed amount of cannabis and adding provisions for home delivery. The most significant change, however, was that it allowed sick children to access medical marijuana.
On November 3, 2020, voters in New Jersey approved the Marijuana Legalization Amendment. It legalized the possession and use of marijuana by residents aged at least 21. It also specified that a 6.625% state sales tax would be applied to purchases of medical marijuana, with local municipalities only allowed to impose an extra 2% tax.
What are the Conditions I Qualify for a Medical Marijuana Card in New Jersey?
Some of the qualifying conditions that make New Jersey residents eligible for medical marijuana include:
ALS or Lou Gehrig’s Disease
Chronic pain
Glaucoma
Migraines
Anxiety
PTSD
Seizure Disorders
Crohn’s Disease
Tourette’s Syndrome
Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Various types of cancer
Opioid use disorder
Nausea and vomiting
Muscular dystrophy
Multiple sclerosis
Patients must also be at least 18 years old and provide proof that they are a New Jersey resident. The card itself is valid for two years, but one must get re-certified by a licensed physician annually.
How Does Doctors Of Cannabis Work In New Jersey?
Our goal is to make the process of getting a medical marijuana card in New Jersey as easy and stress-free as possible. Our MMJ doctors are licensed in New Jersey and understand that comfort and ease are our top priorities. You can also complete your evaluation for a medical marijuana card from the comfort of your home.
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