Michigan
Regulatory Framework
The Cannabis Regulatory Agency (CRA) is responsible for regulating the entire adult-use and medical-use cannabis industry in Michigan [1]. The Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA) serves as the parent department for the CRA [2].
Legal Status
Market | Status | Act/Law | Year |
---|---|---|---|
Adult-Use | Legal | Michigan Regulation and Taxation of Marihuana Act (MRTMA) | 2018 [14] |
Medical | Legal | Michigan Compassionate Care Initiative (MCCI) | 2008 [16] |
Homegrow | Legal | MRTMA | 2018 [13] |
Track-and-Trace
Michigan uses Metrc for cannabis tracking and tracing. [7] Following a competitive procurement process, the CRA announced their intent to award a 5-year contract with Metrc on 25 April 2024 [3].
Licensing
Different licenses are required for different types of cannabis businesses (cultivation, processing, retail, etc.). Each license type has its own application process, fees, and requirements. The agency website provides detailed information and guidance for applying for each type of license [15].
License Type | Description |
---|---|
Class A Marihuana Grower | - |
Class B Marihuana Grower | - |
Class C Marihuana Grower | - |
Designated Consumption Establishment | - |
Excess Marihuana Grower | - |
Marihuana Event Organizer | - |
Marihuana Microbusiness | - |
Class A Marihuana Microbusiness | - |
Marihuana Processor | - |
Marihuana Retailer | - |
Marihuana Safety Compliance Facility | - |
Marihuana Secure Transporter | - |
Temporary Marihuana Event | - |
Marihuana Educational Research | - |
Possession Limits
An adult age 21+ may possess up to 10 ounces flower in their homes, but it must be stored in a "secure location".
Item | Possession Limit |
---|---|
Adult-Use Usable Marihuana | Up to 2.5 ounces [13] |
Adult-Use Concentrate | 15 grams [13] |
Patient purchase limit | 2.5 ounces per day [4] |
Medical Cannabis
The Cannabis Regulatory Agency (CRA) also oversees the medical-use cannabis program in Michigan. Patients can register for the medical marijuana program with a recommendation from a licensed physician.
Qualifying medical conditions include: [18]
- cancer,
- glaucoma,
- HIV/AIDS,
- hepatitis C,
- amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS),
- Crohn's disease,
- agitation of Alzheimer's disease,
- nail patella syndrome,
- post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD),
- obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD),
- arthritis, rheumatoid arthritis,
- spinal cord injury,
- colitis,
- inflammatory bowel disease (IBD),
- ulcerative colitis,
- Parkinson's disease,
- Tourette's syndrome,
- autism,
- chronic pain,
- cerebral palsy.
- chronic or debilitating disease or medical conditions:
- cachexia or wasting syndrome,
- severe and chronic pain,
- severe nausea,
- seizures,
- severe and persistent muscle spasms
Additional Resources
- Wikpedia: Cannabis in Michigan https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cannabis_in_Michigan
- CRA Events https://www.michigan.gov/cra/resources/agency-event-page
- Michigan CRA FAQ https://www.michigan.gov/cra/faq/program-list/applicant-questions/how-do-i-register-as-a-patient-over-age-18-with-the-michigan-medical-marijuana-program-mmmp
- How to register as a licensed caregiver https://www.michigan.gov/cra/faq/program-list/caregiver-questions/how-do-i-become-a-caregiver
- Michigan Cannabis Regulatory Agency - Laws, Rules and Other Resources https://www.michigan.gov/cra/laws-rules-other
- Michigan Secretary of State https://www.michigan.gov/sos
- Michigan Department of Agriculture & Rural Development https://www.michigan.gov/mdard/licensing/pesticide/cannabis-and-pesticide-use
- Michigan Department of Treasury https://www.michigan.gov/taxes/business-taxes/mret/about
References
- [1] https://www.michigan.gov/cra/sections/adult-use
- [2] https://www.michigan.gov/lara/about/contact-us
- [3] https://www.michigan.gov/cra/resources/statewide-monitoring-system-information-metrc
- [4] https://www.michigan.gov/cra/-/media/Project/Websites/cra/Laws-Rules-Other-Resources/Marihuana-Rules---R-4201-to-R-4201004.pdf
- [5] https://www.michigan.gov/cra/sections/mmp
- [7] https://www.michigan.gov/cra/resources/statewide-monitoring-system-information-metrc (Michigan Cannabis Regulatory Agency - Metrc statewide monitoring system information)
- [13] https://www.michigan.gov/-/media/Project/Websites/cra/consumer-connection/2021-lara-child-marijuana-brochure-APPROVED.pdf?rev=8a7de5aa78394b5d932b0bed20b4e20a
- [14] https://ballotpedia.org/Michigan_Proposal_1,_Marijuana_Legalization_Initiative_(2018)
- [15] https://www.michigan.gov/cra/faq/rec-use-accordion/app/how-do-i-apply-for-an-adult-use-license (Michigan Cannabis Regulatory Agency - Frequently Asked Questions)
- [16] https://www.legislature.mi.gov/documents/mcl/pdf/mcl-Initiated-Law-1-of-2018.pdf
- [18] https://www.michigan.gov/cra/faq/program-list/applicant-questions/what-medical-conditions-are-eligible