Get Your Medical Marijuana Card in Benton, AR
For patients in Saline County, completing an Arkansas medical marijuana card renewal online bypasses the need to schedule an in-person follow-up at Saline Memorial Hospital.
- $149.99 Telehealth Renewal: Renew your card via a 15-minute video visit with an Arkansas-licensed physician.
- 1-Year Valid Certification: Your physician certification is valid for a full year. The ADH charges a separate $50 state registration fee.
- Access to 38+ Dispensaries: Visit any of Arkansas's 38+ licensed dispensaries with your active patient card.
- Telehealth Renewals Only: Per Arkansas Medical Board Rule 38, initial certifications require an in-person visit with an AR-licensed physician. MMJ.com provides telehealth renewals for existing or expired cardholders.
Renewing your card involves a $149.99 fee for the MMJ.com telehealth visit and a $50 annual fee paid to the ADH at mmj.adh.arkansas.gov. Patients working in DOT-regulated logistics along the I-30 corridor or at federally contracted manufacturing plants should be aware that employers can still enforce zero-tolerance drug policies.
First-time Arkansas applicant? You must complete an in-person initial visit with an AR-licensed physician. See the official AR Department of Health program page, then renew with us next year.
Medical Marijuana in Benton, Arkansas
Saline County • Central Arkansas
Renewing Your Arkansas Medical Marijuana Card from Benton
Benton residents can easily maintain their legal cannabis access through a simple telehealth appointment. The renewal requires a $149.99 fee for the MMJ.com physician evaluation and a $50 annual payment to the Arkansas Department of Health. This online process is ideal for manufacturing workers and commuters who travel to Little Rock, as it eliminates the need to visit a doctor's office like Saline Memorial Hospital during business hours. It is important to note that Arkansas Medical Board Rule 38 requires all first-time medical cannabis patients to be evaluated in-person, so telehealth is strictly for renewals.
Arkansas Medical Marijuana Program Rules ($50 ADH Fee, 1-Year Card, No Home Grow)
Arkansas operates a strictly medical cannabis market, meaning recreational use is illegal and punishable by law. Patients must renew their card every year, paying the $50 ADH fee and obtaining a new physician certification for one of the 18 specific qualifying conditions. The state enforces a hard purchase limit of 2.5 ounces every 14 days, which is monitored statewide. Home grow is explicitly prohibited, so patients cannot cultivate their own plants and must rely entirely on licensed dispensaries for their medical products.
Where to Use Your Arkansas Medical Marijuana Card in Benton
Because Benton does not have its own dispensary, local patients typically travel to Native Green Wellness in nearby Hensley or head into Little Rock to visit Good Day Farm. These state-licensed locations offer a secure environment to purchase regulated products. Patients must remember that their medical card does not provide blanket employment protection. Commercial drivers operating on the busy I-30 DOT corridor and employees at federally regulated manufacturing facilities remain subject to strict drug-testing protocols that supersede state medical marijuana protections.
36,820
Population
38-40
Dispensaries Statewide
$199.99
Total Cost (1-year)
Dispensaries Near Benton
Closest licensed Arkansas dispensaries to Benton, Saline County. Your active ADH registry card unlocks the 2.5 oz / 14-day purchase limit and patient-only inventory at every location below.
Berner's by Good Day Farm
16.4 mi11600 Chenal Pkwy
Little Rock, AR
Greenlight Dispensary
18.0 mi7303 Kanis Road
Little Rock, AR
Native Green Wellness Center
21.9 mi26225 Highway 167
Hensley, AR
Suite 443
26.8 mi4893 Malvern Avenue
Hot Springs, AR
Green Springs Medical
27.0 mi309 Seneca Street
Hot Springs, AR
Natural Relief Dispensary
28.8 mi3107 East Kiehl Ave
Sherwood, AR
Your Arkansas Medical Marijuana Physicians
State-licensed physicians certified for medical marijuana evaluations
All evaluations conducted by state-licensed physicians
Recreational Cannabis is NOT Legal in Arkansas
A medical marijuana card is the ONLY legal way to purchase and possess cannabis in Arkansas. Without a card, any possession is a criminal offense. Join 110,000+ Arkansans who have their cards.
Why You Need a Medical Card in Arkansas
No recreational option - your card is your only path to legal access
Legal Protection
Possess up to 2.5 ounces of cannabis legally. Without a card, ANY possession is a criminal offense in Arkansas.
Dispensary Access
Shop at any of Arkansas's 38-40 licensed dispensaries. Quality-tested products with consistent potency.
Product Variety
Access flower, concentrates, edibles (10mg max), tinctures, topicals, and more from 8 licensed cultivators.
Quality & Safety
All products are tested for potency, pesticides, and contaminants. Know exactly what you're getting.
Medical Guidance
Work with licensed physicians and trained dispensary staff to find products for your condition.
Reciprocity Options
Your Arkansas medical card may be accepted in other states like Oklahoma with reciprocity agreements.
Arkansas Medical Marijuana Program Details
What's Allowed
- Purchase up to 2.5 oz per 14-day rolling period
- Shop at any of 38-40 licensed dispensaries
- Flower, concentrates, edibles, tinctures, topicals
- Transport in sealed dispensary packaging
- Out-of-state reciprocity in some states
What's NOT Allowed
- Home cultivation - NOT permitted in Arkansas
- Recreational use - NOT legal, card required
- Public consumption
- Driving under the influence
- Use on federal property or employers' premises
Steps to Get Your Arkansas Medical Card
Schedule Doctor Consultation
Book an appointment with an Arkansas-licensed physician who can certify patients for medical marijuana. Telemedicine appointments are available.
Complete Medical Evaluation
Discuss your qualifying condition with the physician. Bring medical records if available. The doctor will determine if medical marijuana is appropriate for you.
Receive Written Certification
If approved, the physician provides a signed written certification form confirming your qualifying condition.
Apply Online with ADH
Submit your application through the Arkansas Department of Health portal at mmj.adh.arkansas.gov. Upload your certification and ID, then pay the $50 fee online with a debit or credit card (American Express not accepted), or mail a check or money order if you prefer.
Receive Your Card & Shop
Applications are processed within 14 days. Once approved, print your digital card immediately and visit any licensed dispensary.
Payment Note: The $50 ADH application fee can be paid online through the state portal with a debit or credit card (American Express is not accepted), or by check or money order if you submit a paper application by mail.
Qualifying Conditions in Arkansas
Arkansas has 18+ qualifying conditions. PTSD and intractable pain are the most common, accounting for over 60% of patients.
Products Available at Arkansas Dispensaries
All products from Arkansas's 8 licensed cultivators, tested for potency and safety.
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