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Medical Marijuana Card in Lake Havasu City, AZ

Pay ~5.6% tax instead of ~21.6% recreational. Lower taxes, 2.5x more possession, and employment protection.

16%
Tax Savings
2 Years
Card Validity
2.5 oz
Possession
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Job Protection
Get Your Medical Card

Online evaluation • $149.99 • Valid for 2 years

Why Get a Medical Card When Rec is Legal?

16% tax savings on every single purchase. Your card pays for itself.

Tax Comparison: Medical vs Recreational

Tax TypeMedicalRecreational
State Sales Tax5.6%5.6%
Excise Tax (16%)EXEMPT16%
TOTAL TAX~5.6%~21.6%
YOUR SAVINGS16% on Every Purchase!

Your Annual Tax Savings

$100/month
$192
Annual Savings
$150/month
$288
Annual Savings
$200/month
$384
Annual Savings
$300/month
$576
Annual Savings

Break-even: If you spend ~$90/month, your card pays for itself in tax savings alone!

Medical vs Recreational: Full Comparison

FeatureMedicalRecreational
Tax Rate~5.6%~21.6%
Possession Limit2.5 oz / 14 days1 oz
Concentrate LimitNo Limit5g max
Employment Protection✗ None
Housing Protection✗ None
Age RequirementAny age*21+ only
Card Validity2 yearsN/A
*Minors require a caregiver

Employment Protection - Medical Only

This is critical: Arizona law protects medical cardholders from employment discrimination. Recreational users have ZERO employment protections.

  • Employers cannot refuse to hire or fire you solely for being a medical cardholder
  • Housing providers cannot discriminate against medical patients
  • Medical use cannot be sole factor in child custody decisions
  • Recreational users can be fired for any cannabis use - even off-duty

How to Get Your Medical Marijuana Card in Lake Havasu City

1

Schedule Online Evaluation

Book a telemedicine appointment with an Arizona-licensed physician. Available 7 days a week.

⏱️ 5 minutes to book
2

Complete Medical Evaluation

Discuss your qualifying condition via video call. Medical records help but aren't always required.

⏱️ 15-20 minutes💵 $149.99 via MMJ.com
3

Receive Physician Certification

If approved, receive your physician certification immediately. This is your authorization to apply for the state card.

⏱️ Same day
4

Apply Online with ADHS

Submit your application through the Arizona Department of Health Services portal. Upload your certification and pay the state fee.

🏛️ $150 (2 years) or $75 (SNAP)
5

Receive Card & Start Saving

ADHS processes applications within 5 business days. Your card is valid for 2 years. Start saving 16% immediately!

⏱️ ~5 business days

Qualifying Conditions in Arizona

Arizona recognizes 15+ qualifying conditions. Chronic pain is the most common (~70% of patients).

Cancer
Glaucoma
HIV/AIDS
Hepatitis C
Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS)
Crohn's Disease
Agitation of Alzheimer's Disease
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
Multiple Sclerosis (MS)
Cachexia or Wasting Syndrome
Severe and Chronic Pain
Severe Nausea
Seizures (including Epilepsy)
Severe or Persistent Muscle Spasms
Any condition approved by ADHS

Frequently Asked Questions

Is recreational marijuana legal in Arizona?▼
Yes! Arizona legalized recreational cannabis in November 2020 through Proposition 207. Adults 21+ can purchase up to 1 oz from licensed dispensaries. However, medical cardholders save 16% in taxes on every purchase and enjoy additional benefits like higher possession limits (2.5 oz) and employment protections.
How much does an Arizona medical marijuana card cost?▼
Through MMJ.com, the total cost is $299.99 ($149.99 consultation + $150 state fee for a 2-year card). SNAP recipients pay only $75 for the state fee, reducing total cost to $224.99.
How much will I save with a medical card in Lake Havasu City?▼
Medical patients save 16% on every purchase by avoiding the recreational excise tax. If you spend $200/month on cannabis, you'll save $384/year in taxes - more than the cost of your card. At $300/month, savings reach $576/year.
How long is an Arizona medical card valid?▼
Arizona medical marijuana cards are valid for 2 years - one of the longest validity periods in the country. This makes the effective annual cost only $150/year ($75/year for SNAP recipients).
Can medical patients possess more cannabis than recreational users?▼
Yes! Medical patients can possess 2.5 ounces every 14 days with no concentrate restrictions. Recreational users are limited to 1 ounce total with no more than 5 grams of concentrates.
Can I grow cannabis at home in Arizona?▼
Recreational users can grow 6 plants per adult (12 per household) regardless of location. Medical patients can grow 12 plants, but ONLY if they live more than 25 miles from the nearest dispensary. Most Lake Havasu City metro residents don't qualify for medical home grow.
Do medical patients have employment protections in Arizona?▼
Yes! Arizona law prohibits employers from discriminating against medical marijuana cardholders in most cases. Recreational users have NO employment protections - employers can still enforce drug-free workplace policies for rec users.
What conditions qualify for medical marijuana in Arizona?▼
Qualifying conditions include cancer, glaucoma, HIV/AIDS, hepatitis C, ALS, Crohn's disease, Alzheimer's agitation, PTSD, MS, and any condition causing chronic pain, severe nausea, seizures, or muscle spasms. Chronic pain is the most common qualifying condition (~70% of patients).

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Ready to Get Your Arizona Medical Card?

Lake Havasu City residents can get certified today. 2-year cards, employment protection, and 16% tax savings on every purchase.

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