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Qualifying conditions for a Low THC Oil card

AIDS, when such syndrome is severe or end stage, is one of the conditions under Georgia cannabis legislation that allows for medical marijuana access. Alzheimer's disease, when such disease is severe or end stage, also qualifies for cannabis access reform. Similarly, Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, when diagnosed as severe or end stage, is included. Autism spectrum disorder, when a patient is 18 years of age or more, or is under 18 years of age with a severe autism diagnosis, is eligible as well. Cancer qualifies under this legislation when the diagnosis is end stage or when treatment leads to related wasting illness or recalcitrant nausea and vomiting. Other conditions include Crohn’s disease, epidermolysis bullosa, intractable pain, mitochondrial disease, and multiple sclerosis when such diagnosis is severe or end stage. Parkinson’s disease, when severe or at the end stage, also meets the criteria. Patients enrolled in a hospice program, whether inpatient or outpatient, can also access medical marijuana. Peripheral neuropathy, when symptoms are severe or end stage, is included, along with post-traumatic stress disorder resulting from direct exposure to trauma for patients 18 years or older. Seizure disorders related to epilepsy or trauma-related head injuries, sickle cell disease when severe or at the end stage, and Tourette’s syndrome diagnosed as severe are also eligible. For those seeking cannabis access reform, understanding the medical marijuana information regarding patient eligibility requirements to obtain a Low THC Oil Card is essential.

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Georgia Low THC Oil Card Eligibility & Medical Cannabis FAQs

How do you apply for a Low THC Oil card?

1. If you have a qualifying condition(s), consult a registered physician about getting a Low THC Oil card.

2. If approved by your physician, fill out the Low THC Oil Waiver and have it notarized. Provide the waiver and a valid driver’s license, state-issued identification, passport, military I.D., or other valid forms of identification for you and your caregiver to your physician.

3. Pay for your Low THC Oil card via the secured payment portal or money order. Once your payment is complete, your card will be shipped to the mailing address on file. If you do not have a permanent or secure home address or use a P.O. Box, your card will be shipped to the health department location nearest your residence. Allow up to 10 business days to receive.

Who issue Low THC Cards in Georgia?

According to OCGA §31-2A-18, the Low THC Oil Registry allows physicians fully licensed to practice in Georgia to certify and manage patients who have a qualifying condition to obtain Low THC Oil legally. Physician certification is the only way patients and their caregivers* can access Low THC Oil in the state.

*Caregiver:

legal guardian of an adult who has one or more of the conditions specified in the law; or
parents, guardian, or legal custodian of a minor who has one or more of the conditions specified in the law

What’s the difference between CBD vs THC?

CBD and THC can be found in all cannabis plants; however the level of each cannabinoid depends on the form and strand of cannabis.

CBD is non psycho active and THC is psychoactive.

Who can administer while my child is at school?

There is no current law that allows provisions for caregivers, parents, or school nurses to administer low-THC oil to their children while at school.

Who determines the outcome of how we expand and get access in GA?

A number of people play a role in this decision. The Governor ultimately will make the decision; however, both the House and the Senate must approve a bill to send to the Governor to sign. Citizens must participate and engage with their representatives to hold them accountable and ensure their needs are being met.

Is there a medical marijuana program currently in Georgia?

In 2016, the Georgia Department of Public Health (DPH) Division of Communications launched the campaign for a low THC registry in GA. According to their site, they are in “close consultation with the Georgia Medical Composite Board” to issue and register citizens for the low THC registry.

The state assembled a Low THC committee (July 2018) for research and development purposes under Georgia House Bill 1, which led to the creation of HB324.

Cannabis vs Hemp

Cannabis, also known as marijuana among other names, is a psychoactive drug from the Cannabis plant used for medical or recreational purposes; with over 68 cannabinoids and 483 known compounds. In products commonly referred to as whole plan extract or full spectrum.

Hemp is a form of cannabis with low to no THC (THC is one of the 68 cannabinoids found in the plant; most commonly known for its psychoactive effects) and high CBD content; hence Hemp in general, has low to NO psychoactive effects.

How long is the Low THC Oil card valid?

The Low THC Oil card is valid for five years from the date your payment is processed. The expiration date is printed on the front of the card. After that time, you must consult your physician to renew your card.

Your employer tests for drug use, including cannabis. Can they test you if you are a medical cannabis patient? Can they fire you if you use medical cannabis?

Low THC Oil can show on drug tests and is used at the patient’s discretion. Georgia law does not prevent an employer from testing for the use of cannabis (for any reason) or taking action against an employee who tests positive for the use of cannabis (for any reason).