This measure changes current law to allow a person with a debilitating medical condition, verified by written proof from a physician, to engage in the medical use of marijuana.
Current law prohibits possession, delivery or production of marijuana.
This measure establishes a state registration system that issues cards to persons eligible to use marijuana for medical purposes. This measure also allows a person who qualifies to use marijuana for medical purposes to designate as a primary caregiver a person who has significant responsibility for managing his or her care. A designated primary caregiver is authorized to assist the qualified person in the use, possession, delivery and production of limited amounts of marijuana for authorized medical purposes. The designated primary caregiver must be identified on the identification card provided to the qualified person. For minors the designated primary caregiver must be a parent or guardian.