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- West Virginia
- Medical use: Legal
- Recreational: No
- West Virginia
- Medical use: Legal
- Recreational: No
West Virginia is still medical only, and unfortunately, it still has pretty strict rules. Patients need to be 18 or older and have one of 15 qualifying conditions to get a state-issued med card. Cannabis can be purchased in various forms, including pills, oils, gels, creams, ointments, tinctures, liquids, and concentrates. However, dispensaries are prohibited from selling edibles, dabs, or whole flowers since smoking weed is still illegal. The law does not specify exact dosage limits, but patients are limited to a 30-day supply determined by the recommending doctor.
Frequently Asked Questions
How is a "30-day supply" of medical cannabis determined?
The patient’s recommending doctor decides the appropriate dosage and supply amount based on their medical needs. This amount cannot exceed what the doctor prescribes for a 30-day period.
Are there any exceptions for minors to access medical cannabis in West Virginia?
Yes, minors can access medical cannabis if they have a qualifying condition. However, a parent or legal guardian must act as their designated caregiver and manage their medical cannabis use.
Are there any ongoing efforts to expand the forms of cannabis or uses allowed in West Virginia?
Advocacy groups and legislators have proposed expanding the program to include whole flowers and edibles, as well as revising laws to make the program more accessible. However, these changes face significant political hurdles.
