With some of them, you are seen by a nurse or "medical technician" and there is some debate whether these people can legally give you a recommendation. It would be a real bummer to find out that you weren't "legal" after all. I paid the $150 and I feel it is worth the cost! Oh, that first "legal" joint is a mind-blower! You never realize how much paranoia can bring you down! - Granny:hippy: