What are Prop 215
and SB 420?
In 1996, Californians voted to allow legal use of
marijuana for qualified patients. The legal measure was known
as Proposition 215 on the 1996 referendum ballot. The
passing of Prop 215 caused the creation of SB 420, also known
as the Compassionate Use Act. The Act makes legal the
possession and cultivation of marijuana by a patient, or the
patient's primary caregiver, for the personal use of that
patient accompanied by a valid physician's
recommendation. Please click
here for more information on Prop 215 and SB
420.
What conditions are eligible for legal
Medical Marijuana?
Patients with a wide
variety of conditions may qualify for a medical marijuana
evaluation including, but not limited to:
- Migraine headaches
- Chronic pain
- Glaucoma
- AIDS/HIV
- Cancer
- Chronic nausea
- Muscle spasms
- Anorexia
- Depression
- Sports Injury
- Auto Accident
- Post
Traumatic Stress Disorder
- ESRD/ DIALYSIS PATIENTS
- And many more....Call us at
1-(877)-CCW-4201 to
inquire
What will a physician's
recommendation for Medical Marijuana
allow?
Allows qualified patients the legal use of Medical
Cannabis under California Proposition 215 also known as the
Compassionate Use Act of 1996 Health & Safety Code 11362.5
and SB420. What is the State ID
program?
The Medical Cannabis ID Program addresses the issues of
refining, as well as prolonging, the legal protection of
patients, thus creating statistical and confidential data
about how many patients need Medical Marijuana. The
program was created in an effort to develop a plan for the
safe and affordable distribution of marijuana to all patients
in medical need.
Many patients believe that the ID program offers legal
protection, which it does not on its own. Proposition
215 offers limited protections, and both patients and
caregivers should consult a qualified attorney about the
applicability of those protections to their individual
situations. The federal government does not recognize
the California law about Medical Marijuana use.
Enrollment in the Medical Cannabis ID Program is STRICTLY
VOLUNTARY. This is just for patients that prefer the
convenience of a driver's license-sized photo ID card.
All records and forms you submit will be returned to you once
your ID card application has been processed, to give the
protection of confidentiality for both the doctor and the
patient.
If issued an ID card, the program will keep on file;
the number of your card, the expiration date, and the date the
card was issued. Law enforcement will be able to contact
the County Health Department to verify the card number, issue
date, and the expiration date. The state ID cards will
be valid for one year. SB420 states that card holders
must annually submit.
If your state ID card is lost or stolen, you will need
to present your original physician's recommendation and a
valid state or federal ID, complete a new application, and pay
the application fee.
What do I need to bring to my consultation
appointment?
- A California Photo ID /
OR
- Any photo ID with
proof of California residency (cell bill, utility bill, car
registration, lease,bank statement,etc.)
- Medical
documentation of there condition. ( How do i obtain
my records? (PDF) ) Prior medical cannabis recomendations are
helpful if you are a current legal
patient.
What is the fee for
the consultation for Medical
Marijuana?
Please
contact us at (877)CCW-4201 for current rates.
Do you accept any medical
insurance?
No, not at
this time. For patient privacy reasons we do not. We do
honor discounted consultation fee for Veterans and Medical
patients or patients on SSI/Disability. Or
Patients With ADAP
Some Common Questions
We Get On the Phone .
Q- Am
I guarenteed a recommendation
?
Q I
just failed a drug test. Or have a pending legal issue If I
get a recommendation now, will it help me?
A- No, a recommendation from a
doctor is valid only from the date written; therefore it would
not relate to any past court dates or drug tests. It is
illegal to backdate a recommendation. However it is always
best to become legal if you qualify.
Q- My job drug tests
employees. Can my employer fire me if he finds out that I use
cannabis as a legal patient?
A- At CCW we recommend that if
you have questions regarding job drug testing, you should
discuss those concerns with your employer or the Human
Resources department. Ultimately, even if you are a legal
medical marijuana patient in California, the status of your
job after drug testing is up to your employer.
Q- If I become a legal patient,
where and how will I get my Cannabis or medicine?
A- Unfortunately, we cannot give
out nor discuss any information regarding purchasing cannabis
or medicine. However there are many easy to find resources on
the internet.
Q- I hear that there are a lot
of dispensaries around California but I don’t know where they
are, how do I find them?
A- This is a common quest,
and it’s a fair one. However, we cannot give out or discuss or
give any information regarding purchasing cannabis or
medicine. We are not affiliated with any dispensary or
club.
