This bill amends the Code of West Virginia to allow patients and their caregivers to cultivate medical cannabis for personal consumption. Specifically, it introduces a new section, 16A-5-11, which permits patients with a valid identification card and a certification from a practitioner to grow medical cannabis in plant form. The bill stipulates that patients or caregivers may cultivate up to 10 cannabis plants, with a maximum of five being mature, flowering plants at any given time.

Additionally, the bill modifies existing sections related to the lawful use of medical cannabis. It expands the forms in which medical cannabis can be dispensed to include dry leaf and plant forms, which were previously excluded. The language also clarifies that the unlawful use of medical cannabis will be considered a violation of the Uniform Controlled Substances Act, and it allows patients or caregivers to incorporate medical cannabis into edible forms for personal use. Overall, the bill aims to enhance access to medical cannabis for patients while establishing clear guidelines for cultivation and use.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 16A-3-2, 16A-3-3, 16A-5-11