In West Virginia, eligible patients must have one or more qualifying medical conditions to obtain medical marijuana cards. They must also be residents and aged 18 or older. A minor can apply with the consent of their parent or legal guardian who must serve as a caregiver.
West Virginia also issues medical marijuana cards to visiting qualifying patients. To be eligible for an MMJ card in the state, a visiting patient must be:
A resident in West Virginia for less than 30 days
An MMJ cardholder in their state of residence
Diagnosed with a debilitating condition by a state-licensed healthcare provider in another state or their home state