Since 2015, Georgia lawmakers have made it legal for registered, qualifying patients to possess up to 20 ounces of low THC cannabis oil. Meanwhile, legislation to implement a more comprehensive medical marijuana program is pending.
At Georgia Medical Marijuana Card, our team will guide you through every step of registering to receive medical marijuana in Georgia. We’re also a top source of cannabis news, lifestyle coverage, and practical advice.
Read on to learn more about where Georgia stands on medical marijuana.
Possession of Low THC Oil in GA
Thanks to the Haleigh’s Hope Act of 2015, registered Georgia patients and their caregivers can possess up to 20 ounces of cannabis oil that contains no more than 5 percent delta 9 THC.
Even though this super-powered CBD oil does not offer all the benefits of more comprehensive forms of medical marijuana, it can boost your sense of wellbeing and offer relief from nausea, inflammation, anxiety, seizures, and multiple forms of intractable pain.
Patients with the following conditions can register to possess Georgia’s low THC cannabis oil:
Cancer
Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis
Seizure disorders
Multiple sclerosis
Crohn’s disease
Mitochondrial disease
Parkinson’s disease
Sickle cell disease
Tourette’s syndrome
Autism spectrum disorder
Epidermolysis bullosa
Alzheimer’s disease
AIDS
Peripheral neuropathy
Intractable pain
Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
Production and Distribution of Low THC Oil
While Haleigh’s Hope made low THC cannabis oil legal to possess, the Georgia’s Hope Act of 2019 made it legal to produce and distribute. This necessary update removed the danger of being charged with trafficking for crossing state lines to purchase cannabis oil.
In the wake of the coronavirus pandemic and Georgia’s central role in the 2020 election cycle, it’s taken a couple years for the Georgia’s Hope Act to take effect. However, the official Georgia Access to Medical Cannabis Coalition (GMCC) is prepared to license 6 in-state production facilities in 2021.
Recent legislation also grants these 6 production facilities permission to open 5 dispensaries each, for a total of 30 dispensaries throughout the state, expected to be operational by the end of this year.
Expansion of Georgia’s Medical Marijuana Program
Some Georgia legislators recognize that higher levels of THC have unique potential benefits. As a result, a bill calling for the implementation of a more complete and comprehensive Georgia medical marijuana program was introduced this year.
Additional pieces of pending legislation could make it legal for pharmacies throughout the state to distribute medical marijuana and could ease restrictions regarding the location and security measures required of medical marijuana dispensaries.
Ready to Register for Your Georgia Medical Marijuana Card?
Even though some Georgia cities and counties have voted to decriminalize cannabis, the only way to consistently receive safe, well-regulated, high quality medical marijuana throughout the state is by registering for your official marijuana card.
The expert team at Georgia Marijuana Card will guide you through every step of the process, from preparing for your first doctor visit to processing renewals.
Give us a call at 833-781-5605, or visit our website, to schedule an appointment and qualify for your Georgia medical marijuana card today.
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At Georgia Marijuana Card, our mission is helping everyone achieve wellness safely and conveniently through increased access to medical marijuana. Our focus on education, inclusion, and acceptance will reduce stigma for our patients by providing equal access to timely information and compassionate care.
Call us at (866) 781-5606, or simply book a medical marijuana evaluation to start getting relief you can trust today!
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