How to Become a Legal Medical Marijuana Patient
According to health and Safety code section 11362.5 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 patients health would benefit from the use of marijuana. Click here to locate a doctor»
"Serious medical condition" means all of the following medical conditions:
- Acquired immune deficiency syndrome (AIDS);
- Anorexia;
- Arthritis;
- Cachexia;
- Cancer;
- Chronic pain;
- Glaucoma;
- Migraine;
- Persistent muscle spasms, including, but not limited to, spasms associated with multiple sclerosis;
- Seizures, including, but not limited to, seizures associated with epilepsy;
- Severe nausea;
- Any other chronic or persistent medical symptom that either:
- Substantially limits the ability of the person to conduct one or more major life activities as defined in the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (Public Law 101-336); and
- If not alleviated, may cause serious harm to the patient's safety or physical or mental health.
For more information on how to become a legal medical marijuana patient please visit AmericansForSafeAccess - Becoming a California Patient
How Do I Obtain a Doctors Recommendation?
Obtaining a doctors recommendation for medical cannabis is a simple procedure. Consult a qualified California Medical doctor. We have provided a list of physicians in Orange County Area for your convienece. Click here to locate a doctor»