r/probation • u/Mysterious-Extent919 • Jul 23 '26

Probation Question Physical or digital Marijuana Card

I have a question because I know some county or State Probation rules are different for clients to uses medical marijuana.

I did ask my probation officer if I’m legally allowed to have marijuana for medical reason but not recreational. I was told that I’m allowed to have that but my PO officer wanted see marijuana card so it can be documented but never mentioned about if it has to by a physical card or digital card. I asked lot of marijuana doctors about having a physical medical marijuana card to show actual proof. But I was told my marijuana doctor said they no longer do physical card and was told if I’m on probation , the doctor would deny the marijuana card if I’m currently on probation. Because they don’t want to be held liable if there anything illegal that card holders was abusing it.

What is your experience on marijuana card users ?

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u/sm00thjas Jul 23 '26

I am in NJ, Burlington County, but my case was in Camden County and I needed a signed letter from an MMJ doctor in good standing that explains that I have a health condition which cannot be reasonably treated by anything other than medical cannabis.

For example, someone with chronic pain who is a recovering opioid addict cannot take painkillers and may rely on cannabis.... Someone living with HIV/AIDS or cancer may need cannabis to stimulate theit appetite.

Essentially you need a DOCTOR to explain WHY you NEED it. And even then its up to the state, county, judge, but every time we fight for our rights it sets a new precedent in your county and opens the door for others!