Hawaii

Status of Medical Marijuana (Cannabis) in Hawaii.

Info on Hawaii and Medical Cannabis

Hawaii has a MEDICAL MARIJUANA (cannabis) LAW

SUMMARY: Governor Ben Cayetano signed Senate Bill 862 into law on June 14, 2000. The law took effect on December 28, 2000. The law removes state-level criminal penalties on the use, possession and cultivation of marijuana by patients who possess a signed statement from their physician affirming that he or she suffers from a debilitating condition and that the "potential benefits of medical use of marijuana would likely outweigh the health risks." Patients diagnosed with the following illnesses are afforded legal protection under this act: cachexia; cancer; chronic pain; Crohn’s disease; epilepsy and other disorders characterized by seizures; glaucoma; HIV or AIDS; multiple sclerosis and other disorders characterized by muscle spasticity; and nausea. Other conditions are subject to approval by the Hawaii Department of Health. Patients (or their primary caregivers) may legally possess no more than one ounce of usable marijuana, and may cultivate no more than seven marijuana plants, of which no more than three may be mature. The law establishes a mandatory, confidential state-run patient registry that issues identification cards to qualifying patients.

Possession/Cultivation: The amount of marijuana that may be possessed jointly between the qualifying patient and the primary caregiver is an "adequate supply," which shall not exceed three mature marijuana plants, four immature marijuana plants, and one ounce of usable marijuana per each mature plant.

Amendment(s): N / A

Update(s): N / A

Application information for the Hawaii medical marijuana registry is available by mail, phone, fax, and online:

Narcotics Enforcement Division
3375 Koapaka Street, Suite D-100
Honolulu, HI 96819
Phone: 808-837-8470, Fax: 808-837-8474
HI Medical Marijuana Application info

Fee: $25

Source(s): NORML.org, ProCon.org >

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ACTION; There are a number of medical cannabis (marijuana) bills in play in states across the US. Here we network on Ways anyone can help with the effort to make each a medical marijuana state. We need to get the word out and people contacting reps and officials and get this legislation into law. Also, lets not forget efforts at the Federal level.

NETWORK and Spread The Word, both On-Line and Off (!) ON-LINE, You can tell everybody in cyber-space by e-mailing a link to this website to them and/or printing off the info and handing out where possible / necessary. Also phone call and read off and/or visit and hand deliver the info. OFF-LINE, You can take literature with you and approach businesses, organizations and even people on the street while you're out and about. Wear your pot-leaf shirt and register voters, as feasible. Gather signatures for any related petitions that are happening at the time as well.

Meetings and Meet-Ups > Medical Cannabis Meetup Groups - Medical Cannabis Meetups around the world | Find a Medical Cannabis Meetup Group near you ... grouped by City and Country ... find the ones with the most people interested in Medical Cannabis Meetups in Hawaii ... international, national, provincial, municipal levels ... Visit - http://www.meetup.com/cities/us/hi/.

local Organizations, CONTACTs and other Resources

Comprehensive Pain Management and Medical Marijuana in Hawaii Medical Marijuana is approved in Hawaii for: Cancer, Glaucoma, HIV/AIDS, Cachexia*/Wasting Syndrome, Chronic Nausea, Epilepsy/Seizures, Multiple Sclerosis, and Crohn's Disease; * Weight loss, wasting of muscle, loss of appetite, and general debility that can occur during a chronic disease. If you have any of these conditions, you may qualify for Legal Medical Marijuana. We are medical doctors and we can help you obtain your permit. You may need to provide us with copies of your medical records documenting pertinent medical history. We specialize in Comprehensive Pain Management. Dr. Robert Ley * 875-7595 Weekdays 9-5 • 411 Huku Lii Place Suite 301, Kihei HI 96753 (They are in the only 3-story building in the area) * phone: 1-808-875-7595 * or visit - Visit: http://www.drley.com/

MEDICAL MARIJUANA OF HAWAII | Medical Marijuana Consultations for Health Care Providers, Examinations and Identification Cards, Prequalification for medical marijuana recommendation in the privacy of your home or on-line. Please NOTE: Pre-qualifying online is only a preliminary screening the results are not to be used as medical advice or to imply you will in fact be approved. A face to face history and good faith examination of the patient from a Hawaii licensed physician is required to complete the medical marijuana evaluation for recommendation or approval of medical marijuana. This primary care provider must develop a treatment plan with objectives, discuss side effects of medical marijuana and perform periodic review of the treatment's efficacy. This primary care provider should use consultation, as necessary, and provide proper record keeping that supports the decision to recommend the use of medical marijuana. Your $25 prequalification fee can apply to our Medical Marijuana evaluation fee of $125 should you choose the service of our Hawaii Licensed physician. ($25 now, and $100 when you visit the Doctor). Contact info: Dr. Alfonso Jimenez, 1.888.215.HERB FOR APPOINTMENTS ONLY, or visit - http://www.mmofhi.com/

The Hemp & Cannabis Foundation - Hawaii | The Hemp & Cannabis Foundation (THCf) is working to educate the public about the truth concerning hemp and cannabis as well as helping medical marijuana patients. We have several clinics where our doctors help patients obtain a permit for medical marijuana. Contact info: THCF Hawaii Clinic, 345 Queen St #900, Honolulu, HI 96813 * HI (800) 723-0188 * Fax (503) 235-0120 * or visit - http://thc-foundation.com/hawaii/ NOTE: Clinics also in - Hilo and Kapaa.

The Hawaiian Cannabis Ministry * ( www.THC-Ministry.org ) * Cultivation and enjoyment of Cannabis sacrament is a fundamental human right provided by God and protected by the Constitution. It is the THC Ministries opinion that Cannabis is the original sacrament of Hebrew, Christian, Muslim, Hindu, Shinto, Buddhist, Rasta and more, and fulfills the prophesies to 'feed all our hungers'. The THC Ministry provides a real education in practical Cannabis spirituality which, among other wonderful things, will help to protect you from arrest, prosecution and/or conviction of 'marijuana' charges - wherever you live - starting as soon as you sign-up, become ordained and receive your ministry documents. They provide what they beleive to be a legitimate religious 'defense to prosecution' for sincere people over 21 years old.

Maui Patients Without Time * a medical marijuana advocacy group educating the community to the therapeutic treatments and legal rights associated with cannabis in Hawai'i. You, or a loved one, may qualify by state license to use and grow cannabis for medical reasons. Where necessary, Patients are referred to one of 20 physicians here in Maui County, who screen and certify a patient's need for marijuana. They ask all new patients to talk with their own family physician first, it is always best that your primary physician knows everything that you are doing medically. They are also available to answer any questions that your doctor may have about medicinal marijuana and the license procedure. Contact: Location and Hours 71 Baldwin Avenue Suite C-3, Paia, HI 96779 * (808) 579-8320 * Monday - Friday: 10:00 am - 5:00 pm * ( www.PatientsWithoutTime.com )

Hawaii NORML | Contact info: PO Box 6419, Kamuela, HI * Voice (808) 756-0471

Maui NORML | Contact info: 120 Hana Hwy. 9-365, Paia, HI 96779 * Voice (808) 579-8320 * or Visit: www.mauinorml.org

NORML Oahu | Contact info: 95-782 Wikao Street N-104, Mililani, HI 96789

Other Locals? | As we learn about them. In the meantime ... visit: http://www.norml.org/index.cfm?Group_ID=3421 for the latest.

Drug Policy Forum of Hawai`i | The Drug Policy Forum of Hawai`i is a non profit membership organization founded in 1993. It's mission is to encourage the development of effective drug policies that minimize economic, social, and human costs and to promote discussion and consideration of pragmatic approaches to drug policy based upon: scientific priciples, efective outcomes, public health considerations, concern for human dignity, and the enhancement of the well being of individuals and communities. Features: Membership, Audio/Video, Speakers, Newsletter, Mailing List(s), News, Press Releases. Visit: http://www.dpfhi.org/

iMedicalCannabis - your Medical Cannabis Patient Resource Platform. a Medical Marijuana Directory ... and more. | iMedicalCannabis.org is an education and resource platform built to empower medical cannabis patients, physicians, and providers with the information and resources needed for Safe Access to medical cannabis. Become a Legal Medical Marijuana Patient http://imedicalcannabis.org/become-a-legal-medical-marijuana-patient - and Categories Collectives / Cooperatives (354) Doctors (110) Attorneys (76) Organizations (90) Industry Services (1) ID Centers (43) Coffee Shops (8) Cannabis Friends Visit: http://imedicalcannabis.org/component/option,com_subsite/Itemid,502/

... Also | DrugSense / MAPinc > Drug Policy Organizations, Links and other Resources. Find a Resource near you -or- Enter yours! ... Visit: http://www.mapinc.org/dpr.htm

Hawaii state Medical Marijuana Rules * ( * HAWAII POLICE DEPARTMENT, RULES AND REGULATIONS GOVERNING INVESTIGATIONS INVOLVING THE MEDICAL AND RELIGIOUS USE OF MARIJUANA. * I. PURPOSE * To establish rules and regulations relative to investigations conducted by the Hawaii Police Department, involving the medical and religious use of marijuana. ... The medical marijuana law places a substantial burden on law enforcement officers. ... The Hawaii Police Department shall not be responsible for the care and more ... Contact Info: State registration program, Hawaii Department of Public Safety, 919 Ala Moana Boulevard, Honolulu, HI 96814 * (808) 594-0150 Visit: www.hawaiipolice.com/misc/medical_mj_rules.htm

Hawaii: How to get a medical marijuana permit August 9, 9:59 PM NORML Examiner Angela Macdonald | "The life of Hawaii's land is perpetuated in righteousness by providing protection for the sick, injured and dying" --- If you live in Hawaii you are required to do things a little differently than most states with a registry program. Instead of registering through a state run registry, patients in Hawaii must register with the department of public safety. The application forms are also not distributed to patients, but instead distributed only to medical doctors in the state. If you are looking for a doctor to recommend medical marijuana in Hawaii, the THC Foundation has a clinic as does Medical Marijuana of Hawaii. Once you obtain your recommendation, you will send it with a $25 fee. For a list of qualifying conditions in Hawaii click here. Return to main article: How to get a medical marijuana permit More About: medical marijuana news ... Visit: http://www.examiner.com/x-17593-NORML-Examiner~y2009m8d9-Hawaii-How-to-get-a-medical-marijuana-permit

All Topics > Criminal Law > The Treatment of Pain and Medical Marijuana > The Treatment of Pain and Medical Marijuana Hawaii | Over the past fifty years, pharmaceutical companies have spent hundreds of billions of dollars trying to develop a “non-addictive” pain medication that could also provide relief from acute and chronic pain, but without the risk of serious side effects. The medical community has recognized the benefits of medical marijuana for many years. In fact, major pharmaceutical companies actually sold THC (acting ingredient in marijuana) in their drug products for decades until the federal government enacted legislation prohibiting the sale of marijuana back in 1937. The use of medical marijuana to treat both neuropathic and visceral pain has shown significant promise with very few side effects. Read more about The Treatment of Pain and Medical Marijuana -- Related Articles - Glossary of Court & Evidence Terms Hawaii Glossary of Court & Evidence Terms- Drug Charges – Possession of Narcotics Hawaii - Glossary of Police Arrest Terms Hawaii -- For more information on medical marijuana, pain relief, dispensary information and medical marijuana identification cards, visit Visit: http://guides.gottrouble.com/_The_Treatment_of_Pain_and_Medical_Marijuana_Hawaii-r1188339-Hawaii.html

Medical Marijuana: Hawaii Legislature Overrides Veto of Bill to Study Program Problems - from Drug War Chronicle, Issue #594, 7/17/09 | The Hawaii legislature Wednesday voted to override Republican Gov. Linda Lingle's veto of a bill that would establish a task force to examine problems and critical issues surrounding the state's medical marijuana law. Legislators voted to enact the bill, SB 1058, by a margin of 25-0 in the Senate and 38-9 in the House. Volcano National Park, Hawaii IslandHawaii became the first state to legalize medical marijuana through the legislative process when it passed its law in 2000. But patients and providers have complained over the years about various aspects of the law -- the program's administration by law enforcement instead of health officials, for example -- and have been urging the legislature to take a second look. Visit: http://stopthedrugwar.org/chronicle/594/hawaii_medical_marijuana_veto_override

ASA : Becoming a Patient in Hawaii | Information of how to become a legal medical cannabis (medical marijuana) patient, and how to get safe access and legal access in Hawaii. Visit: http://www.safeaccessnow.org/article.php?id=2036

Active State Medical Marijuana Programs - NORML CONTACT INFORMATION: For more information on Hawaii’s medical marijuana law ... Application information for the Hawaii medical marijuana registry is ... Visit: http://www.norml.org/index.cfm?Group_ID=3391

The Law, LEGAL Resources

Hawaii (HI) MJ LEGAL Resources, by NORML. NORML Legal Committee members, and more for Hawaii, by NORML - the National Organization for the Reform of Marijuana Laws. ... Visit - http://norml.org/index.cfm?Group_ID=4533&wtm_view=legal.

Narcotics Enforcement Division 3375 Koapaka Street, Suite D-100 Honolulu, Hawaii 96819 Phone: 837-8470 Fax: 837-8474 The Narcotics Enforcement Division (NED) is a statewide law enforcement agency that serves and protects the public by enforcing State laws pertaining to controlled substances and regulated chemicals. They are responsible for the registration and control of the manufacture, distribution, prescription, and dispensing of controlled substances and precursor or essential chemicals within the State. NED is also responsible for assuring that pharmaceutical controlled substances are used for legitimate medical purposes. They register and investigate all violations of persons who administer, prescribe, manufacture or dispense controlled substances in the State, including those who work at methadone clinics. ... Use of Marijuana Act (Chapter 329, Part IX, Hawaii Revised Statutes and Title 23, ... Medical Marijuana Patient Information. Medical Marijuana Physicians ... Visit: http://hawaii.gov/psd/law-enforcement/narcotics-enforcement

Also, here are some national / international Resources -

The Laws concerning marijuana in Hawaii. By NORML, the National Organization for the Reform of Marijuana Laws. Visit: norml.org/index.cfm?wtm_view=&Group_ID=4533 for more.