Yes, medical marijuana patients in New Jersey can have a caregiver. Caregivers must be registered with the New Jersey Medicinal Cannabis Program to receive their caregiver card.
Caregiver Requirements:
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At least 18 years of age and a New Jersey resident.
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The patient must initiate caregiver registration. Caregivers can be registered during or after the time of patient registration. The patient will need the caregiver’s photograph, NJ ID, and two proofs of residency if the ID is not current.
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If a patient adds a caregiver after they have received their ID, the caregiver's ID will have the same expiration date as the patient which may be within less than two years.
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Must NOT be the patient’s physician.
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Must never have been convicted of possession or selling a controlled substance.
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A patient can have up to two (2) caregivers. Caregivers can be a patient as well.
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For non-immediate family members: Complete a criminal background check and fingerprint submission. This will be made available during the registration process.
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Fee required (price may vary).
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You will receive an email once your background check and forms have successfully cleared.
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During renewals, you do not have to fingerprint again, however, you do have to pay a fee for another background check. Renewals are every two (2) years.
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Here's how the caregiver process works:
- The patient must initiate the caregiver registration during or after their own registration. The patient will need the caregiver's photograph, NJ-issued ID, and two proofs of residency if the ID is not current.
- Caregiver must submit to a criminal background check.
- Once approved, the patient and their caregiver will receive their digital medical cards.
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