Medical Card Process
Qualifying Medical Conditions
Autoimmune
- Parkinson’s disease
- Huntington’s disease
- Acquired immune deficiency syndrome (AIDS)
- Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS)
- Hepatitis
- Positive status for human immunodeficiency virus (HIV)
- Crohn’s disease
- Ulcerative colitis
Chronic Terminal or Debilitating
- Cachexia or wasting syndrome
- Seizures
- Chronic pain
- Severe or intractable nausea
- Severe and persistent muscle spasms including, but not limited to, those characteristic of multiple sclerosis
Other Conditions
- Cancer
- Muscular dystrophy
- Glaucoma
- Spastic quadriplegia
- Sickle-cell anemia
- Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
- Spinal cord disease or severe injury
- Alzheimer’s disease
- Autism
- Agitation of dementia
- Pain refractory to appropriate opioid management
- Diabetic/peripheral neuropathy
What To Expect After Receiving a Medical Cannabis ID Card
Purchase Authorization:
Your medical marijuana ID card allows you to purchase cannabis products from licensed dispensaries in your state, such as those in Byram or Jackson, MS. Bring your ID card and a government-issued photo ID to verify your eligibility at the dispensary.
Compliance:
You can legally possess and use medical cannabis in accordance with Mississippi state laws. That includes only consuming medical marijuana at home and not operating a motor vehicle while using cannabis.
Possession Limits:
Know there are limits. In Mississippi, you can only purchase 3 ounces of medical cannabis every month.
Travel Restrictions:
Medical cannabis use is only legal within the state; traveling across state lines with cannabis remains federally prohibited.
ID Card Expiration:
Medical Cannabis ID cards typically have an expiration date. Keep track of it and start the renewal process before your card expires.
Updated Doctor Evaluation:
In some cases, you may need a new doctor evaluation or certification from a physician for renewal. Keep this in mind when it’s time to renew your ID card each year.
Key Provisions of MS State Law
Who can enter a medical marijuana dispensary?
Only adults with a state-provided Medical Cannabis ID card or their designated caregiver can enter a dispensary. P.S. Stop by our medical marijuana dispensary in Byram, MS, once you’ve got your state-provided ID card.
Who will be able to buy medical marijuana in Mississippi?
A list of the qualifying conditions can be found on the Patient Access portion of our website. The card holder can buy approximately 3 ounces of Medical Cannabis every month. The person must go through the recertification process annually and renew the Medical Cannabis card.
Who can sell medical marijuana in Mississippi?
Companies wishing to sell medical cannabis via dispensaries must apply for a license with the state Department of Revenue. Applications may be submitted beginning July 1. The state will review each detailed license application before approval with background checks on all key players and a review of the company’s business plan. Also, the state may revoke a license and fine companies for violation of regulations.
Who can grow medical marijuana in Mississippi?
Companies wishing to grow medical cannabis must apply for a license with the state Health department. Applications were first accepted in early June. The state will review each detailed license application before approval with background checks on all key players and a review of the company’s business plan. Also, the state may revoke a license and fine companies for violation of regulations.
Can non-residents purchase medical cannabis in Byram, MS?
You must hold a Mississippi state-provided Medical Cannabis ID card to purchase medical cannabis anywhere in the state. Non-residents may apply for one under certain conditions.
Do you offer delivery services for medical cannabis in Jackson, MS?
No, we currently do not deliver medical marijuana to Jackson or any other cities in Mississippi.
Can I visit any medical dispensary in Jackson, MS, with my ID card?
You may visit any dispensary in the state of Mississippi with your valid state-provided Medical Cannabis ID card.