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Since 2019, The Sanctuary Wellness Institute has helped tens of thousands of people obtain medical marijuana cards and access the treatment they need. The doctors we are affiliated with in Illinois have extensive experience in the medical marijuana space, and our phone staff is happy to answer your questions about the Illinois medical marijuana program.
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Submit an application for a medical marijuana card through the Illinois Cannabis Tracking System portal. The state charges $50 for a one-year card, $100 for a two-year card, and $125 for a three-year card.
Once your application is approved, you’ll be able to access your MMJ card online, where you can either print or save a copy.
To qualify for an MMJ card in Illinois, you must be diagnosed with one of the state’s qualifying conditions. Those conditions are as follows:
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There are over 100 marijuana dispensaries operating in Illinois. As a registered patient or caregiver, you can purchase a variety of products, including edibles, topicals, tinctures, and cannabis flower. Each cardholder can buy up to 2.5 ounces of medical cannabis per 14-day period.
The Illinois medical marijuana program was established in 2013 with the passage of the Compassionate Use of Medical Cannabis Pilot Program Act. Under the program, patients with qualifying medical conditions can acquire medical marijuana cards that enable them to purchase cannabis from licensed dispensaries.
To obtain an MMJ card, each patient must receive a recommendation from a certified healthcare provider and submit an application to the Illinois Department of Public Health.
In Illinois, medical marijuana patients must renew their MMJ cards annually, but doctor’s certifications are only required once every three years. To execute a full recertification renewal, or a renewal for patients who have had their cards for three years, complete the following steps:
In Illinois, a caregiver is someone whom a qualifying medical marijuana patient designates to help them with the purchase and administration of medical marijuana. Caregivers must be Illinois residents who’re at least 21 years old.
To become a caregiver in Illinois, complete the following steps:
Yes, you can get your Illinois MMJ card online. The state allows medical marijuana evaluations to be conducted via telemedicine.
The cost of your Illinois medical marijuana card will depend on the type of card you wish to obtain. The state's fee for a one-year card is $50, while a two-year card costs $100 and a three-year card costs $125. This does not include the cost of your doctor's evaluation.
Once your application for an Illinois MMJ card is approved, you’ll receive a temporary digital card via email within 24 hours. It can take up to 15 days for the state to issue your permanent card, which can also be accessed online.
No, anxiety is not listed as a qualifying condition for medical marijuana in Illinois.
Yes, minors can obtain medical marijuana in Illinois, but they require two doctors’ certifications, and a parent or legal guardian must agree to serve as their designated caregiver.
In Illinois, a medical marijuana cardholder can buy up to 2.5 ounces of cannabis over the course of a 14-day period. However, it’s possible for your doctor to recommend a higher amount if they deem it necessary.
Adults who're at least 21 years old can buy recreational marijuana in Illinois without a card, but you cannot purchase medical marijuana products without one.
In Illinois, medical marijuana patients are allowed to cultivate up to five cannabis plants at home. This cultivation must be done in an enclosed, locked space out of public view.
No, Illinois does not honor out-of-state medical cards.
Whether you can use your Illinois MMJ card in another state will depend on that state's reciprocity laws. Some states honor out-of-state medical cards, while others don't. Be sure to research other states' cannabis legislation before traveling.
Yes, Illinois is a recreational-use state. Adults aged 21 and over can legally purchase and possess cannabis.
In the state of Illinois, medical marijuana cards must be renewed annually, but doctor’s certifications are only required every three years.
To complete a full certification renewal of your Illinois MMJ card, you must first schedule a renewal evaluation with a medical marijuana doctor, which you can do through The Sanctuary. Then you can submit your renewal application through the Illinois Cannabis Tracking System portal.
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