5 Reasons to Keep Your Medical Marijuana Card

With the upcoming vote on Florida's Amendment 3, there's growing excitement around the possibility of recreational cannabis becoming legal. Many people are asking: “If Amendment 3 passes, do I still need my medical marijuana card?” The short answer is yes—there are still several important reasons to keep your medical card, even with legalized adult-use cannabis.

While Florida’s exact rules and regulations will not be established until the passing of Amendment 3, other states that have legalized recreational marijuana are a good guideline as to what to expect with this potential change.

Here’s why hanging onto your medical marijuana card makes sense:

1. Save Money with No Taxes

One of the biggest perks of having a medical marijuana card is that you don’t pay a sales tax. In states where cannabis is legal, recreational purchases often come with hefty taxes, ranging from 15-30% or more. With a medical card, you’re exempt from these taxes, allowing you to purchase the same products for less.

2. Save Money with Cannabis Deals

In several states with legal recreational markets, rec consumers are not privy to cannabis deals—medical patients, however, can take advantage of store savings. While there is no guarantee that this will be the case in Florida, you can guarantee the best cannabis pricing by holding onto your cannabis card.

3. Access to Higher Potency Products

In many legal markets, medical marijuana patients are allowed access to stronger, higher-potency cannabis products that may not be available to recreational users. This is to ensure that medical patients have access to the doses they need for symptom management.

4. Priority at Dispensaries

In some states where both medical and recreational cannabis are legal, medical patients are given priority access to dispensaries. This means shorter wait times and better availability of products. If Amendment 3 passes, Florida dispensaries are likely to get busier. Having your medical card could mean quicker service and access to the products you need.

5. There is No Anticipated Date for the Start of Recreational Sales

Even if 60% of Floridians vote #yeson3, cannabis will not be immediately available...or even legal. The state will need to clarify rules and regulations to enact sales of the plant and, furthermore, set a timeline for decriminalization. This means the benefits of holding a medical marijuana card remain essential to plant consumption. With a medical card, you continue to have legal access to cannabis without any interruptions, and you can purchase products with higher potency, tax savings, and tailored support. Keep your card active to ensure you have safe, reliable access to the medicine you need.

It’s Worth Keeping Your Card!

Amendment 3 could bring exciting changes to Florida’s cannabis landscape, but the benefits of holding onto your medical marijuana card are clear. From saving money to accessing better products and continued access, your medical card offers advantages that recreational use just won’t match.

If you’re currently a medical cannabis patient or thinking about becoming one, it’s a good idea to stay informed and continue enjoying the perks of being a cardholder. After all, better access, personalized care, and lower costs are always worth it.

For more information on how to get or renew your medical marijuana card, reach out to our support team. They are standing by and happy to help you navigate the process to make the most of your cannabis experience!