Hey, What's up everyone. I recently have been thinking about getting a cannabis card. I'm a 19 year old male, I've played baseball all my life but lately I have been unable because I have ripped some ligaments in my knees. Since then I've been having pains in my knees that kill to walk. Also, I've have been kind of having this anxiety disorder. Leaving me unable to sleep. I also have been having Migraines. I've read in the "Medical Marijuana Doctors" post, by 420, That all these can be helped by the use of Herb. How difficult would it be for them to allow me to receive a Card?
Cannabis Card Questions.
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HI JoBro
Welcome to 420 Magazine
You don't say which state you're located in, but you should be aware that only 14 states presently allow medical marijuana, (AK, CO, HI, CA, OR, WA, MI, NM, ME, MT, NV, RI, VT, & MD but only as a defense after arrest).
Each state's law lists the conditions that are approved to be treated with MMJ.
I don't know the in's and out's of each state's program but the conditions you mention are on the list in California.
I suggest you discuss this with either your doctor or a MMJ specialist doctor to see if you qualify.
Welcome to 420 Magazine
You don't say which state you're located in, but you should be aware that only 14 states presently allow medical marijuana, (AK, CO, HI, CA, OR, WA, MI, NM, ME, MT, NV, RI, VT, & MD but only as a defense after arrest).
Each state's law lists the conditions that are approved to be treated with MMJ.
I don't know the in's and out's of each state's program but the conditions you mention are on the list in California.
I suggest you discuss this with either your doctor or a MMJ specialist doctor to see if you qualify.
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Hi JoBro
Here's the text of Prop 215, several of the conditions you referenced are included in the text of the law.
You're doctor needs to determine whether to recommend them for you.
11362.5. (a) This section shall be known and may be cited as the Compassionate Use Act of 1996.
(b) (1) The people of the State of California hereby find and declare that the purposes of the Compassionate Use Act of 1996 are as follows:
(A) To ensure that seriously ill Californians have the right to obtain and use marijuana for medical purposes where that medical use is deemed appropriate and has been recommended by a physician who has determined that the persons health would benefit from the use of marijuana in the treatment of cancer, anorexia, AIDS, chronic pain, spasticity, glaucoma, arthritis, migraine or any other illness for which marijuana provides relief.
Here's the text of Prop 215, several of the conditions you referenced are included in the text of the law.
You're doctor needs to determine whether to recommend them for you.
11362.5. (a) This section shall be known and may be cited as the Compassionate Use Act of 1996.
(b) (1) The people of the State of California hereby find and declare that the purposes of the Compassionate Use Act of 1996 are as follows:
(A) To ensure that seriously ill Californians have the right to obtain and use marijuana for medical purposes where that medical use is deemed appropriate and has been recommended by a physician who has determined that the persons health would benefit from the use of marijuana in the treatment of cancer, anorexia, AIDS, chronic pain, spasticity, glaucoma, arthritis, migraine or any other illness for which marijuana provides relief.
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Wouldn't the cannabis card also help out my sports injuries, and sleep problems due to Anxiety?
I can't say what will work for you, but Indica strains sure help me with sleep
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Good luck brother
Pinch
Well-Known Member
The Cannabis Friendly Drs I've been to in Norcal, pretty much accept any ailment. Let me repeat, almost any ailment or physical discomfort.
Most of these Drs want patients off pharmaceuticals as they are aware of the detrimental side effects that may outweigh the positive.
Most of these Drs want patients off pharmaceuticals as they are aware of the detrimental side effects that may outweigh the positive.
I don't mean to hijack the thread, but here in Nevada MMJ is pretty much impossible to get unless you have cancer or glaucoma. So it looks like CA is the most pro-pot state. Is MMJ really that easy to get over there? Just walk in to a pot-friendly doctor, say you have trouble sleeping and pot has helped you sleep in the past, and bam, weed perscription?
CaNdYmAn
New Member
can someone answer desertfoo's question?? he makes a good point 
Pinch
Well-Known Member
Ahhh... yes. Prop 215 states:
You pay the Dr's fee and you will get a Medical Cannabis Recommendation signed by said Doctor. You may have to spend more money on a State Mandated Card issued by your CA County of residence or a regionally accepted Card (i.e.: OCBC Card). The card is only good in California. You must be a California resident.
Refer to my last post.
P.S.: Nevada is not California...you may be confusing yourself. Good luck.
A recommendation is not a prescription.
I'm not sure I'd phrase the question quite that way. When I think of this issue, I make the distinction between a state's decriminalization status, and for sick people, what their medical marijuana program is.
For decrim, Alaska is probably the best because they allow small grows for personal use in the privacy of your own home, and 1Z no penalty personal use (used to be 4Z I think).
For medical I'd agree Cali is probably best. Prop 215 says..
A select group of trailblazers have stepped in to fill this void as specialists. These are legit doctors they just have larger cojones. They have ethical standards (pot doc doesn't seem a good term to me). I understand they will want to see medical records from the last year or so where you've been treated or at least previously reported the condition. Mentioning that you have tried it and it works is something you should do if it's true
So yes, in my opinion it's relatively easy to get the recommendation when you have a medical issue - but it should be - because the law makes it so (and it works. )
The comment I'd add though, and this is a personal opinion. We in the movement need to be mindful that the prohibitionist are the ones that run around saying "all you gotta do is show up say you got a headache and you can go home with a bag of buds as long as you pay off the doctor" I think we have a duty to honor the sick and not give ammunition to the other side. I think marijuana should be legal for all people for any reason but the sick come first in my book and I don't think it's cool for non-sick people to use the program as a loophole.
Hopefully someone with personal experience will chime in and comment as well.
Also, call our sponsor if you wish to go through the process. Pacific Support Services - Call: 877-468-5874 - Medicinal Marijuana Recommendations
Hope this helps clarify...
Regards,
Soniq420
For decrim, Alaska is probably the best because they allow small grows for personal use in the privacy of your own home, and 1Z no penalty personal use (used to be 4Z I think).
For medical I'd agree Cali is probably best. Prop 215 says..
To ensure that seriously ill Californians have the right to obtain and use marijuana for medical purposes where that medical use is deemed appropriate and has been recommended by a physician who has determined that the person's health would benefit from the use of marijuana in the treatment of cancer, anorexia, AIDS, chronic pain, spasticity, glaucoma, arthritis, migraine, or any other illness for which marijuana provides relief.
Many doctors are either not enlightened to the benefits or are still fearful or intimidated by the DEA and afraid to recommend MMJ for legitimate patients.
A select group of trailblazers have stepped in to fill this void as specialists. These are legit doctors they just have larger cojones. They have ethical standards (pot doc doesn't seem a good term to me). I understand they will want to see medical records from the last year or so where you've been treated or at least previously reported the condition. Mentioning that you have tried it and it works is something you should do if it's true
So yes, in my opinion it's relatively easy to get the recommendation when you have a medical issue - but it should be - because the law makes it so (and it works. )
The comment I'd add though, and this is a personal opinion. We in the movement need to be mindful that the prohibitionist are the ones that run around saying "all you gotta do is show up say you got a headache and you can go home with a bag of buds as long as you pay off the doctor" I think we have a duty to honor the sick and not give ammunition to the other side. I think marijuana should be legal for all people for any reason but the sick come first in my book and I don't think it's cool for non-sick people to use the program as a loophole.
Hopefully someone with personal experience will chime in and comment as well.
Also, call our sponsor if you wish to go through the process. Pacific Support Services - Call: 877-468-5874 - Medicinal Marijuana Recommendations
Hope this helps clarify...
Regards,
Soniq420
Thanks for the responses. I called that number Soniq, and they only refer you to SoCal doctors. Sacramento is where I'll be moving to most likely. By all means the seriously ill should have priority whan getting their meds. Its just better to get a benign herb from legitimate sources, rather than risking prosecution under prohibitionist policies. That's all.
^^ Agree completely
pinkpetals
New Member
Hi.
You can get a recommendation for pain. Under SB 420, all you need is the doctors recommendation to use medmj for pain. If you want a ID card there are all kinds. Dispensary, doctors sell you a card (which you really don't need if they gave you the recommendation) and the CA State issued ID card.
Make sure you get the one you want. The only place to get a state card is from the local public county health depart. It just depends on what you want.
Hope this helps.
pinkpetals
You can get a recommendation for pain. Under SB 420, all you need is the doctors recommendation to use medmj for pain. If you want a ID card there are all kinds. Dispensary, doctors sell you a card (which you really don't need if they gave you the recommendation) and the CA State issued ID card.
Make sure you get the one you want. The only place to get a state card is from the local public county health depart. It just depends on what you want.
Hope this helps.
pinkpetals
dannydanko420
New Member
Since i live close to the bay area in california, there were a lot of doctors to go to, i live by concord, ca. there is actually a place in concord that i went to and got my card for $95 since i have county insurance, its wasnt that easy, my doc asked me for my medical records so its not like you can just walk up in there and tell them you have a problem, gotta prove it!! I had no problem sicne I have chronic pain and has had it for 6 yrs now, with that i have a lot of pages of medical information and records.
there are only a handful of doctors who you can just walk in there and get the card without showing anything, there are some doctors that wont do anything unless you have proof of your illness or injury, plus they will represent you in court if you get arrested for growing your medicine or if you got caught with possesion, I thought that was pretty cool but it sure dose cost a lot more though for the card and evaluation, over $200!!!
MinniBratt
New Member
For me here in CenCoast...yes it was that easy...My husband and i went together, he has two herniated disc's in his back L5 & S1...
We paid $160 per person....and from what im told my doc is so cool/good he answers the phone at anytime of day/night to verify your rec.
Me, im a LONG (12+yrs) time everyday smoker and it calm's my bad temper/attitude and "helps me sleep". Honestly i just LOVE IT.
haha we went on Feb 13 that was a FRI the 13th...the 2nd best day we ever had together..almost as good as the day we married...
We paid $160 per person....and from what im told my doc is so cool/good he answers the phone at anytime of day/night to verify your rec.
Me, im a LONG (12+yrs) time everyday smoker and it calm's my bad temper/attitude and "helps me sleep". Honestly i just LOVE IT.
haha we went on Feb 13 that was a FRI the 13th...the 2nd best day we ever had together..almost as good as the day we married...
4u2sm0ke
New Member
After you get you rec. make sure to get the CA. issued card,,,
This card is the ONLY thing that CHP/local PD will accept and NOT give you a hard time
If all you hand them is your rec. THEN they have to call and verify to make sure it is legit just like the clubs do (what if your Dr. is closed?) + it is a real card (like a CA. license) but it does not have your name or address on it, just your pic and #....
None of your info is shared with the state. The only person who knows anything is the worker (mine is real cool) when I renew, my card goes to the office and I have to go and pick it up
What I am saying here my friends is, DON'T stop at just the rec, remember the rec. is just that; a "recommendation" to get your prescription, which is the CA. issued Prescription card...
Also, Oregon is a very MMJ friendly state too...
Not all California Counties are complying with the law and issuing cards. This has been in court for years. San Diego is the most notable - the board of supervisors is flat out refusing to follow the law.
The final appeal to the Supreme Court is expected to be denied this June; which removes the last leaf of an excuse for not implementing the law.
My advice; have both cards if you can.
If you're having a LEO experience and you're lucky enough to get one that's trying to follow the law; why not have as much documentation as possible to help him decide to leave you alone
