Question 1

Is marijuana legal in Michigan?

Accepted Answer

Yes, it is. As of 2008, medical marijuana has been legal in Michigan. Then, in 2018, Michigan voters approved a ballot initiative legalizing marijuana for adult recreational use.

Question 2

Where can I buy marijuana in Michigan?

Accepted Answer

Thanks to easy-to-use and convenient online directories, you can find different types of state-licensed marijuana dispensaries, shops, and clinics here.

Question 3

How much marijuana can I buy in Michigan?

Accepted Answer

Recreational consumers and medical patientsover 21 years old or designated caregivers can purchase and possess up to 2.5 ounces (70 grams) of usable cannabis and equivalents outside of their home. Regarding cannabis concentrates, registered patients or designated caregivers can purchase and possess up to 0.53 ounces (15 grams).Consumers can also possess up to 10 ounces of cannabis (280 grams) and/or grow up to 12 marijuana plants in the privacy of their home, as long as it is not visible to the public. However, it is required to store any amount of marijuana over 2.5 ounces under lock and key.A few Michigan medical marijuana equivalents include the following:7 grams of marijuana-infused products in gaseous form16 ounces of marijuana-infused products in solid form36 fluid ounces of marijuana-infused products in liquid formsFortunately, depending on an individual&rsquo;s state of health, medical marijuana patients can assign designated caregivers who can purchase and cultivate marijuana products for them.

Question 4

Can I get marijuana delivered to me in Michigan?

Accepted Answer

Yes, as long as you&rsquo;re a state-registered medical marijuana patient. As of last year, Michigan lawmakers approved of a provision permitting licensed dispensaries to deliver medical marijuana products to cardholders&rsquo; homes. Licensed medical marijuana dispensaries can now deliver up to 2.5 ounces of marijuana to each patient, and up to 10 deliveries can be made at a time.However, medical marijuana patients have a purchasing limit of 10 ounces per month, and they can only receive a daily maximum of 2.5 ounces of marijuana flower for home deliveries. It is important to keep in mind that in order to receive home deliveries, Michigan medical marijuana patients must give delivery drivers the same home address that is listed on their driver&rsquo;s license and medical marijuana card before the delivery is made.As of May 2019, according to the state&rsquo;s Marijuana Regulation Agency, Michigan issued the first three home delivery licenses to provisioning centers located in Portage and Detroit. BotaniQ and Utopia Gardens are two dispensaries that are the first to be licensed for home deliveries in Michigan. Click here to discover some medical marijuana delivery services in Michigan.

Question 5

How much marijuana can I possess in Michigan?

Accepted Answer

At this time, state-registered medical marijuana patients and recreational marijuana users can possess up to 2.5 ounces (70 grams) of usable marijuana products outside of their home. Regarding cannabis concentrates, medical marijuana patients can legally possess 0.53 ounces (15 grams) of cannabis concentrates at a time. Whereas, in the confines of a patient&rsquo;s home, registered patients and recreational consumers can possess up to 10 ounces if they choose to not cultivate their own marijuana plants. Any amount of marijuana that&rsquo;s over 2.5 ounces must be kept under lock and key.

Question 6

What are the marijuana laws in Detroit, Michigan?

Accepted Answer

Currently, medical and recreational marijuana is legal in Michigan.In Michigan, one of the biggest cities is Detroit with a population of roughly 672,000 people as of 2018. Last year, Detroit--the most heavily populated city in Michigan took steps to incorporate ordinances that would permit medical marijuana businesses to operate in various Detroit-based communities. Currently, medical marijuana patients can buy different products at select Detroit dispensaries.Recently, the state of Michigan moved towards allowing the operation of medical marijuana delivery services. Detroit-based Utopia Gardens was one of the first dispensaries to conduct medical marijuana deliveries to registered patients. Then, Detroit&rsquo;s BotaniQ dispensary followed suit by beginning deliveries in late May.

Question 7

How do I get a medical marijuana card in Michigan?

Accepted Answer

If you want to attain a medical marijuana card in Michigan, first you have to be diagnosed with one of the state&rsquo;s qualifying medical conditions. According to Michigan&rsquo;s Medical Marihuana Act, qualifying patients are individuals who have been diagnosed with having a debilitating medical condition according to a licensed physician. A few of Michigan&rsquo;s qualifying medical conditions include (but are not limited to) the following:CancerAlzehimer&rsquo;s DiseaseCrohn's's DiseaseGlaucomaHIV or AIDSParkinson&rsquo;s DiseasePost-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)SeizuresArthritis and Rheumatoid ArthritisInflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)To view the state&rsquo;s full list of qualifying medical conditions, you can click here.If you have been diagnosed with any of Michigan&rsquo;s qualifying medical conditions, you can follow the steps below to apply for a medical marijuana card:Download, print, and fill out the state&rsquo;s official online applicationSchedule an appointment with a licensed/practicing doctor based in Michigan to find out if you have a legitimate medical condition that fits under the state&rsquo;s qualifying listIf a doctor confirms that you have one of Michigan&rsquo;s qualifying medical conditions, a physician recommendation form must be filled out and signed by a recommending doctorThis recommendation form and other documents included in the state&rsquo;s application packet must be submitted togetherIn order to attain a medical marijuana card in Michigan, you must be a state resident, and you must be able to show proof of residency by sending in a copy of one of these items:A valid Michigan driver&rsquo;s licenseA personal ID card issued by the state of MichiganA signed Michigan voter registration card 6. A clear and legible copy of one of the items listed above must be mailed to the state along with the completed application packet to be considered for approval 7.All completed applications must include a patient application fee made out to the state of Michigan 8.To apply for a medical marijuana card as a minor or as a caregiver, different processes are in place 9.Submit the application packet to the MMMP program for reviewal and approval to Lansing, Michigan

Question 8

Can I drive with marijuana in my car in Michigan?

Accepted Answer

Yes, but only if you are a registered medical marijuana patient, caregiver, or recreational marijuana user at least 21 years old. These individuals must keep any and all marijuana products in a sealed and labeled package within a car&rsquo;s trunk. If a patient, caregiver, or recreational user&rsquo;s car does not have a trunk, the marijuana products must be put in a location that is not readily accessible to the driver from the interior of the vehicle. Also, it is crucial for those who can legally drive with marijuana to only travel from point A to point B rather than driving to multiple destinations.If medical marijuana patients, caregivers, or recreational marijuana consumers do not follow these requirements and are caught, they face paying a civil fine of up to 0 and/or other serious consequences.

Question 9

Are out-of-state medical cards accepted in Michigan?

Accepted Answer

Yes. According to Michigan&rsquo;s Medical Marihuana Act, individuals who have been issued a medical marijuana card or an equivalent in another U.S. state, district, territory, commonwealth, or insular American possession can and will be legally served in licensed Michigan medical marijuana dispensaries. Fortunately, Michigan&rsquo;s state department will treat qualifying out-of-state medical marijuana patients with the same courtesy and services as Michigan medical marijuana cardholders.

Question 10

Is it legal to smoke weed in Michigan?

Accepted Answer

If you are a registered medical marijuana patient or recreational marijuana user at least 21 years old, then yes, you can smoke marijuana in the privacy of a family member or friend&rsquo;s home as well as your own. However, medical marijuana patients and recreational consumers must follow the provisions included in the state&rsquo;s Medical Marihuana Act by only consuming marijuana on private property out of view from the public eye.Apart from consumption being allowed under the state&rsquo;s medical marijuana law, marijuana cannot be consumed in public places except if a municipality has authorized consumption in designated areas. If you are caught smoking weed in public in Michigan, be prepared to pay some hefty fines or other unwanted consequences that are bound to ruin your buzz.

Question 11

Can the passenger of a vehicle smoke marijuana in Michigan?

Accepted Answer

No, they cannot. Smoking marijuana within any vehicle is strictly illegal in Michigan. Even if your car&rsquo;s engine is off and you are parked somewhere, it is still illegal for all drivers and passengers to smoke marijuana in any vehicle.

Question 12

Can I drive while high in Michigan?

Accepted Answer

No, this is strictly illegal. Similar to driving under the influence of alcohol and other drugs, driving while under the influence of marijuana is against the law. Violators should expect to pay steep fines and possibly even jail time. To protect yourself and still enjoy your experience with marijuana, take advantage of different modes of public transportation or ride-sharing options.

Question 13

Can I smoke marijuana in my hotel room in Michigan?

Accepted Answer

Possibly, but it depends on the specific hotel you plan on staying at and if all of the hotel&rsquo;s rooms or only certain rooms allow guests to smoke there. Before lighting up, we suggest doing some research to find out if the hotel you will visit allows you to smoke and if so, which areas are designated for smoking. Smoking any substance in designated &ldquo;non-smoking&rdquo; hotel rooms are likely to result in pricey fines, fees, and maybe other consequences depending on the hotel itself and their policies.

Question 14

Can I smoke marijuana in my Airbnb?

Accepted Answer

Possibly, but it depends on your Airbnb host. Some Airbnb hosts allow their guests to smoke on their property, and this can sometimes include marijuana and tobacco. However, we recommend checking with your Airbnb hosts beforehand. All hosts have their own rules, and out of respect, it is best to inquire about this before lighting up a joint or busting out your favorite bong.

Question 15

Can I smoke marijuana at Lake Michigan?

Accepted Answer

Since Lake Michigan is categorized as a public place, it is illegal to smoke marijuana there and other public spaces in Michigan.

Question 16

Are there legal businesses where I can smoke marijuana?

Accepted Answer

As of right now, there are not any legal businesses in Michigan that allow consumers to smoke marijuana inside or outside their establishments. Instead, the only legal space where medical marijuana patients and eventually recreational marijuana users can consume marijuana is on private property.However, within Prop 1, it mentions that in the future, Michigan may issue licenses that would authorize the consumption of marijuana products within designated areas.

Question 17

Can I take home the marijuana I bought in Michigan?

Accepted Answer

If you are a Michigan medical marijuana patient or recreational marijuana user at least 21 years old, yes. These individuals must follow the state&rsquo;s marijuana transportation guidelines though to prevent running into any issues if a police officer stops them. Whereas, if you live in another state and you bought marijuana in Michigan, you cannot legally bring the marijuana you bought across state lines. Unfortunately, this would be a federal crime since marijuana still remains a Schedule I illegal substance in this country.

Question 18

Can I grow marijuana in Michigan?

Accepted Answer

Yes, as long as you are a registered medical marijuana patient, caregiver, or recreational user aged at least 21 or older. Under Michigan&rsquo;s Medical Marihuana Act and newly approved recreational marijuana law, qualified patients, designated caregivers, and recreational marijuana users aged 21 or older can cultivate up to 12 marijuana plants. However, all plants must be hidden from the public, grown inside and located within secured and enclosed facilities. All marijuana must be cultivated in locations containing security devices and locks no matter who you are.

Benzie County Marijuana Dispensaries