Louisiana’s medical marijuana journey has been a long and winding road to say the least. There have been ups, there have been downs but more than that, there has been confusion. Many residents of Louisiana are wondering, is medical marijuana legal in Louisiana? Here’s what you need to know!
Is Medical Marijuana Legal in Louisiana?
Yes, medical marijuana is legal in Louisiana!
What has confused a lot of people is the fact that there were two medical marijuana laws passed in Louisiana. One that was very limited and the other, more open to people with conditions.
The first was a medical marijuana bill passed in 1978 which was the first in the United States to legalize medical marijuana as a treatment for glaucoma and side-effects related to chemotherapy.
Then, more recently in 2018, a bill was passed by Governor John Bel Edwards which made Louisiana the first state in the deep south to create a true medical marijuana program for patients in the state!
Although the medical marijuana program has had a slow start, Louisiana has been on it’s medical marijuana game since the beginning and was one of the first states to create a medical marijuana program that the rest could follow!
How Do I Qualify for Medical Marijuana?
Getting a medical marijuana card in the state of Louisiana has never been easier!
In order to qualify for a Louisiana Marijuana License, you must fulfill the following qualifications: be diagnosed with a qualifying medical condition; have the official written certification from a Louisiana licensed physician; and be a Louisiana resident with proof of residency, (LA driver’s license or LA state ID card).
We can help you with all of this!
What Conditions are Approved for Medical Marijuana Treatment?
To receive a medical marijuana card in Louisiana, you have to be diagnosed with a medical condition by a certified doctor.
Following is a list of the most common conditions:
Alzheimer’s disease
Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (Lou Gehrig’s disease)
Cachexia or wasting syndrome
Chronic Pain
Concussion
Hospice or palliative care
Huntington's Disease
Lewy-body dementia
Motor-neuron disease
Seizure disorders
Severe muscle spasm
Spinal muscular atrophy
Traumatic brain injury
Any debilitating condition if a physician believes a patient will benefit
Even if you do not have a diagnosis on the list, you may still qualify if a doctor decides you have a debilitating condition that would benefit from treatment with medical marijuana.
The staff and compassionate physicians at Louisiana Marijuana Card can tell you if you qualify in a matter of minutes!
Ready for Your Louisiana Medical Marijuana Card?
If you have been unsure about whether you should get a medical marijuana card, now is the time to get in touch with Louisiana Marijuana Card. Our staff can help you discover if you are likely to qualify and set up an appointment to talk one-on-one with our caring doctors. Call us at 833-253-2943, or simply book an appointment online right now.
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Don’t wait another day to find the relief you deserve!