Trying to understand Oklahoma’s medical marijuana laws can be a bit daunting if you’re from out of state. But many people are pleasantly surprised to learn that the Sooner State has some of the most unique and flexible laws surrounding the use of medical marijuana for non-residents.
Traveling to Oklahoma and wondering whether you can get relief from cannabis products using your MMJ card issued by your home state? In this guide, we’ll break down the fine print of Oklahoma’s out-of-state regulations for medical marijuana patients.
Can I Use My Out-of-State MMJ Card in Oklahoma?
Yes, in a way, you can use your out-of-state medical marijuana card in Oklahoma due to the state’s reciprocity laws. But it’s not as straightforward as walking into a dispensary in the state and showing your MMJ card. Instead, you use your card to acquire a temporary patient license for your short-term stay in Oklahoma.
On February 1, 2021, Senators Fetgatter and Leewright crafted House Bill 2022, eventually getting it passed within the Oklahoma House. This bill allows residents of other states to get a temporary medical marijuana license and purchase cannabis in Oklahoma. The temporary license is valid for 30 days.
This system makes it easier for patients who deal with illnesses like chronic pain, arthritis, or mental health conditions like anxiety and depression to get the treatment they need in Oklahoma, even if they’re from out of state.
Patients from other states can qualify for a temporary medical marijuana license in Oklahoma as long as their home state has a government-issued medical marijuana program and they have a card from that state. However, patients from states like Texas, where licenses are not granted by the state government, are not eligible to apply for an Oklahoma temporary license.
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How to Apply for an Out-of-State MMJ License in Oklahoma
Non-residents can apply for a temporary MMJ license online on the Oklahoma Medical Marijuana Authority (OMMA) website. During the application, you’ll have to give the necessary information for your temporary card, including your:
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- Full name
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- Date of birth
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- Residence and mailing address
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- Telephone number
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- Email address
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- MMJ card issued by your home state
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- Proof of identity, such as a driver’s license or any government-issued ID (front and back photos)
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- An acceptable photo of yourself
After that, you’ll pay a fee of $100 for the license and an additional $4.30 as a credit card processing fee, totaling $104.30 for the entire application.
OMMA processes license applications within 14 business days, after which you’ll get an email with their decision. If you’re approved, it typically takes another one to two days for them to print your ID card. After that, OMMA sends the card to you through standard USPS first-class mail.
Rules for Out-of-State MMJ License Holders in OK
Although temporary medical marijuana licenses are quite easy to obtain when you’re traveling to Oklahoma, they come with a strict set of rules and limitations. Before you light up or carry anything across state lines, it’s essential to understand what’s legal and what’s definitely not. Here are some of the most important rules you must follow if you’re an out-of-state MMJ license holder in Oklahoma.
You Cannot Bring Marijuana Into Oklahoma
Even if you’re a registered MMJ patient in another state, transporting cannabis across state lines into Oklahoma is illegal. Marijuana remains federally prohibited, so crossing any state border with it, even into a legal MMJ state, violates federal law. If you need relief while traveling to OK, purchase your cannabis from a licensed Oklahoma dispensary using your temporary license.
You Cannot Take Marijuana Out of Oklahoma
The same rules apply when you’re on the way out. Taking any medical marijuana products purchased in Oklahoma back to your home state is a direct violation of federal law. Even if cannabis is legal in your home state or wherever you’re headed next, bringing it across state borders is illegal. So, always consume or dispose of your products before leaving.
Possession Limits Apply to Out-of-State Patients
Just because you hold a temporary MMJ license doesn’t mean you can carry as much cannabis as you want willy-nilly. Out-of-state temporary license holders in Oklahoma must follow the same possession limits as residents. This includes up to three ounces on your person, eight ounces at home, one ounce of concentrates, and 72 ounces of edibles.
Consumption Restrictions in Public and Workplaces
Public use is prohibited in Oklahoma, which means you can’t smoke up in parks, sidewalks, restaurants, and vehicles. Make sure to always check local rules and respect private property regulations before using cannabis products wherever you go in OK, too.
Travel to OK Easier with an MMJ Card from Elevate Holistics
Planning to visit Oklahoma and want to make sure you get the relief you need while you’re there? Apply for a temporary license by showing your state-issued MMJ so you can use your cannabis products safely and legally during your time in the Sooner State.
And if you don’t have a card yet, Elevate Holistics makes the process simple. Our team of cannabis experts can help you get your medical card recommendation from a board-certified physician in just a 30-minute appointment. Then, we’ll walk you through the final steps of applying through the state and getting your Oklahoma medical marijuana card.
Oh, and did we mention the whole process is online? That’s right. Elevate Holistics operates using a telemedicine platform. This way, you don’t even have to leave your house to get the documentation you require for a state-issued card.
Book your appointment with Elevate Holistics today and get one step closer to accessing medical marijuana legally in Oklahoma, no matter your home state.
