The marijuana business in Oklahoma City looks like it’s booming. Cars pack parking lots until the early hours at dispensaries and brand names for flower, edible and vape products are popping up all over town. But, despite what you may have heard, marijuana in any form is not yet legal for recreational use here. People caught with even 1.5 ounces face criminal charges and up to a $400 fine. And, if you try to drive while under the influence, you could face jail time.
The good news is that if you’re a medical marijuana patient, you can legally buy and use cannabis in Oklahoma City. The state legalized the medicinal version of the plant in 2015, and a year later voters approved State Question 788, which allows patients with a physician’s recommendation to buy marijuana from licensed dispensaries. The number of medical marijuana dispensaries in the state has more than doubled since then, and Oklahoma dispensary is home to several.
If you’re interested in applying to become a medical marijuana patient, there are some steps you need to take first. You’ll need to find a doctor who is willing to recommend medical marijuana and then apply for your card online. Once you have your card, you’ll be able to visit a dispensary like Star Buds Bricktown and purchase medical marijuana.
This family-owned and operated dispensary is dedicated to serving the community with high-quality products and exceptional customer service. They have a variety of options, including flowers that are grown hydroponically or in good old-fashioned soil and plants grown with little fishies (Aquaponic). They also offer special discounts to first-time customers.
While other states that have legalized marijuana require doctors to make a medical diagnosis and follow guidelines from the Federation of State Medical Boards, Oklahoma law doesn’t do this. The rules simply require that a doctor follows “accepted standards that a reasonable and prudent physician would follow when recommending any medication to a patient.” This means that doctors aren’t required to meet with their patients weeks or months after a recommendation, or assess whether marijuana is working for the patient.
Mango Cannabis is an Oklahoma City-based company with a mission to help patients find relief through the power of the plant. Their cannabis is lab-tested and OMMA-compliant, and they have a wide selection of concentrates, edibles, and flower to suit any medical condition or preference. The staff at this dispensary is well-versed in the complexities of the law and happy to answer any questions.
Join industry leaders at CannaCon South OKC on April 5 and April 6. This event will connect you with cannabis professionals from across the nation and give you a look into trends that will shape the future marketplace. This is a must-attend event for anyone interested in moving the industry forward. Register today to secure your spot.