What MMIC cardholder personal information will be available to law enforcement?
When the MMIC unique identification number is entered through the 800 number or the MMIC website, a “Valid Card” or “Invalid Card” response is generated. No other information is accessible. How long will a MMIC be valid? Qualified patient and primary caregiver cards are valid for one year. If the primary caregiver card is applied for at a later date than the patient’s MMIC, the primary caregiver MMIC will have the same expiration date as the patient’s MMIC. What medical documentation is needed to apply for a MMIC? You must provide written documentation completed by your physician that states that you have been diagnosed with a serious medical condition and that the medical use of marijuana is appropriate. Your doctor must maintain a copy of the statement in your medical file. The California Department of Health Services offers the use of the Written Documentation of Patient’s Medical Records Form (MMP Form No. 9044) as a convenience. Can a minor apply for a card? Yes, a minor can apply
