subject: How to Get Medical Marijuana in Rhode Island [print this page] How to Get Medical Marijuana in Rhode Island
The first step in getting medical marijuana is to obtain medical records indicating you suffer from a qualifying medical condition. UnderRhode Island medical marijuana law, medical cannabis may be used for the following conditions:
Cancer,Glaucoma,HIV/AIDS,Hepatitis C, A chronic or debilitating disease or medical condition or its treatment that produces one or more of the following:Cachexia or wasting syndrome; Severe, debilitating,chronic pain; Severe nausea; Seizures, including those characteristic ofepilepsy; or Severe and persistent muscle spasms, including those characteristic ofmultiple sclerosis orCrohn's disease; or agitation ofAlzheimer's Disease.
STEP TWO: GET A MARIJUANA RECOMMENDATION FROM A QUALIFIED DOCTOR
The next step getting medical marijuana in Rhode Island is to obtain a written recommendation (also known as marijuana prescription) from a physician that is licensed in the state of Rhode Island. If you are looking for qualityRhode Island medical marijuana doctors, MarijuanaDoctors.com can help. We have the largest and highest quality database of medical marijuana doctors in all legal states. Book an appointment now to findRI marijuana doctors near you.
STEP THREE: GET A MARIJUANA CARD
The final step in getting medical marijuana in Rhode Island is registering with the state Department of Public Safety Health to receive a registry identification card (akamedical marijuana card) from the Rhode Island Medical Marijuana Program. Patients candownload an application here.
STEP FOUR: GROW YOUR OWN MEDICAL CANNABIS
Now that you've obtained your marijuana recommendation and marijuana card, you can now legally grow and consume your medicine under RI marijuana law. You may possess up to 2.5 usable ounces of marijuana and 12 plants. Rhode Island does not allow patients to purchase marijuana at dispensaries at this time.
