Who Is Eligible To Apply For Medical Marijuana In Kentucky

In order for an individual to be eligible for a qualified patient registry ID card in Kentucky (including in-state qualified patient, minor qualified pat​ient, and visiting qualified patient applicants), they must be diagnosed with one (1) of the following qualifying medical conditions:​


  • ​Any type or form of cancer;
  • Chronic or severe pain;
  • Epilepsy or other intractable seizure disorder; 
  • Multiple sclerosis, muscle spasms, or spasticity;
  • Chronic nausea or cyclical vomiting syndrome;
  • Post-traumatic stress disorder. 


It's important to note that you cannot have been convicted of a disqualifying felony offense. A disqualifying felony is one in which the person was classified by the Department of Corrections as a violent offender under KRS 439.3401 or a felony violation of a state or federal controlled substance law with exceptions for marijuana convictions. Click here for a comprehensive list of disqualifying felonies from the Commonwealth of Kentucky. 

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