Ohio Marijuana Card - Registering Your Card
Medical Marijuana Card Registration
After a physician enters your details into the Registry, you can begin the three-step process of activating your card.
Please wait until you receive the 2 no reply emails from no-reply-pmpaware@globalnotifications.com . If you have NOT received the no reply email stating new recommendations have been entered please do NOT go to the dispensaries you will not be able to purchase.
Logging in
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Log into www.ohiomedicalmarijuanaregistry.com
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Create Account Password
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When you create your password, you must follow these requirements:
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Minimum of eight characters
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At least one upper care letter
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At least one lower case letter
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At least one special character (E.g. @ # $ % ^ & * )
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Maximum of 25 characters
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Input your desired password in both the "Password" and "Password Confirmation" fields.
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Click "Save Password".
You will be directed to the OH MMR.
Active Your Card
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Input your email address in the "Email" field and enter your password in the "Password" field.
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Click "Sign In".
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You will be directed to the User Preferences page.
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Select your preferred timezone from the drop down menu.
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After you select your timezone, click "save Preferences"
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You will be directed to the OH MMR home page.
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In the "Registry Details" section, you will find a "Card" tab. Click "ACTIVATE CARD".
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You will be directed to the Legal Statements page.
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Read the legal statements.
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If you have any questions regarding the legal statements, please contact your physician.
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Once you have read the legal statements and you are ready to proceed, click "ACCEPT"
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You will be directed to the Summary page. On this page you will see your profile details.
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Click "Continue" to complete your activation.
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Once “Continue” is selected, The page will display a “ACTIVATED: Registry Card has been activated successfully” message.
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Once the activation is complete, your Medical Marijuana Registry card is activated and will be displayed on the OH Medical Marijuana Registry site's "Registry Details" section and the "Card" tab.
Important Notes
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When you visit a dispensary to purchase medical marijuana, you will need both your Registry card and the ID associated with your Registry account to confirm your identity. The ID associated with your Registry account can be a driver’s license, state-issued ID, or U.S. passport.
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After you activate your card, you will continue to have access to your card and your Registry profile by visiting www.ohiomedicalmarijuanaregistry.com and logging in using your email address and password.
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IMPORTANT NOTICE: TO PURCHASE MEDICAL MARIJUANA AS A PATIENT, YOU WILL NEED AN ACTIVE STATE REGISTRATION AND AN ACTIVE RECOMMENDATION.
Follow-Up Appointments
Ohio law requires medical marijuana patients to maintain a bona fide relationship with their recommending physician. Our team can perform follow-ups to ensure everything is going well. These will be free of charge throughout the year until your annual renewal appointment is due.
We Are Here to Help
If you have any questions, our dedicated team is here to help!
Don’t hesitate to reach out by phone at (866) 457-5559 or email by visiting our contact us page.
Summary of Ohio Medical Marijuana Laws
Legal Protection
The fact you have a valid recommendation for medical marijuana from a certified physician could provide you with an affirmative defense in certain legal situations. It is worth noting that an affirmative defense does not prevent a criminal charge; it is only used as a possible means to avoid conviction.
Where do I get medical marijuana?
Medical Marijuana must be purchased from an Ohio dispensary, licensed by the State of Ohio Board of Pharmacy. It is illegal for patients to obtain marijuana from other sources or to grow, sell or share Medical Marijuana with others.
How do I transport medical marijuana?
Marijuana products purchased from the dispensary will come in a sealed container with your patient and product information printed and placed on the product. You will also be given a receipt showing what you purchased. If you are in need of traveling with medical marijuana after the sealed container has been opened. Keep all labels on the container with receipt of purchase. You may also consider putting your product in your trunk, locked glove box, or a secure lockbox.
Can I drive after using medical marijuana?
Don’t do it. If suspected of doing so by law enforcement, you can be charged for driving under the influence. If they observe you making a traffic infraction, then deem your interactions and field-sobriety test performance insufficient, you may be charged.
Am I allowed to smoke medical marijuana?
In Ohio, the smoking of medical marijuana is prohibited. If you wish to use medical marijuana flower, you are expected to use a device for vaporization.
Am I allowed to have marijuana paraphernalia (pipes, bongs, etc.)?
Possession of drug paraphernalia is a misdemeanor in Ohio. However, medical marijuana patients do have protection using approved medical marijuana devices, such as vape pens.
Can my employer still drug test me for marijuana, even though I’m a registered patient?
Unfortunately, registered patients are not exempt from employer drug tests. The law does not provide protection from employer drug-testing. Even if you are a medical marijuana patient, if your employer has a drug testing policy, we recommend checking with them prior to using medical marijuana products.
Can I possess a firearm if I’m a medical marijuana patient?
Under federal law, marijuana users are not allowed to buy, sell, or possess firearms or ammunition or obtain CCW certification. A federal circuit court of appeals in Nevada has ruled that restrictions on firearm sales for individuals using medical marijuana does not violate the Second Amendment.
Can I take medical marijuana while on probation?
Whether you can use medical marijuana during your probation depends on your situation, the legal officials who work with you, your charges, and the jurisdiction where you were charged. Patients should always check with their legal counsel, probation officer, and/or social worker prior to using medical marijuana.
Can I travel outside Ohio with my medical marijuana?
No. Marijuana is still considered a Schedule 1 drug under federal law, so do not transport a federally restricted substance across state lines, whether by plane, train, bicycle, or automobile.
NOTE: The Ohio Medical Marijuana Control Program Toll-Free Helpline responds to inquiries from patients and caregivers regarding adverse reactions to medical marijuana, and provides information about available services and additional assistance as needed. To contact the line, please dial 1-833-464-6627.