The Maine Medical Use of Cannabis Program is governed by Title 22 M.R.S. Chapter 558-C and administered by the Maine Office of Cannabis Policy. Registered Maine medical patients (18+) with valid certification can access medical cannabis at three Cannabis Cured medical storefronts: Fairfield (DSP113), Bangor, and Thomaston (DSP118).
Patient registration
Maine medical patients must obtain a written certification from a Maine-registered provider (physician, NP, or PA). The certification specifies that the patient may benefit from medical cannabis. Maine does not require a state-issued patient card, the provider certification serves as the patient credential, presented along with government photo ID at any Cannabis Cured medical storefront.
Who certifies in Maine
Maine-licensed MDs, DOs, NPs, and PAs can certify. There is no statutory list of qualifying conditions in Maine, the certifying provider makes the determination. Lists of certifying providers are maintained by Maine OCP and by the Maine Medical Association.
Where Cannabis Cured serves medical patients
Three Maine medical storefronts: Cannabis Cured Fairfield medical (DSP113) at 228 Norridgewock Road; Cannabis Cured Bangor medical at 49B Bangor Mall Boulevard; Cannabis Cured Thomaston medical (DSP118) at 151 New County Road.
Caregiver pathway
Maine medical patients under 18 must register through a designated caregiver. Caregivers are themselves Maine OCP-registered and can possess and dispense medical cannabis to their designated patients.
Frequently asked
Do I need a Maine medical card to buy cannabis in Maine?
Not for adult-use. Maine adult-use cannabis is available to customers 21 and older at Cannabis Cured adult-use storefronts. Maine medical cannabis access requires a valid Maine medical certification from a Maine-registered provider.
Does Maine recognize out-of-state medical cannabis certifications?
Maine medical cannabis program eligibility is generally limited to Maine-resident patients with Maine-issued certifications. Out-of-state visitors 21 and older can shop the adult-use program.
What's the difference between Maine medical and adult-use programs?
Maine medical is regulated under Title 22 §558-C; adult-use is regulated under Title 28-B. Tax structure, possession limits, and provider relationship differ between programs.