Whats the point of even getting a card

[pakaloloprince]

Ok so im starting to think that theres really no reason for me to get a card. for one ill be spending 150 for the recommendation and then if i understand correctly ill spend more to get a card through the dispensary to be in their system. Then once i go to the dispensary the prices are much higher anyways then street prices.

Now if i get caught in california with less than 28.5 grams of marijuana all i get is a ticket that is a 100 dollar fine. seems worth it to just not get busted. but i do have a few questions such as what if i get caught with a pipe on me is there any different charge and say i get busted once what happens if i get busted a second time. and also if i get caught will my car insurance company find out about it and raise my insurance?

pakaloloprince Reviewed by pakaloloprince on 08-26-2008. Whats the point of even getting a card Ok so im starting to think that theres really no reason for me to get a card. for one ill be spending 150 for the recommendation and then if i understand correctly ill spend more to get a card through the dispensary to be in their system. Then once i go to the dispensary the prices are much higher anyways then street prices. Now if i get caught in california with less than 28.5 grams of marijuana all i get is a ticket that is a 100 dollar fine. seems worth it to just not get busted. Rating: 5

[painretreat]

One of your ?'s: If you get busted a first time and don't get legal with your recommendation-that would be foolish, a second time shouldn't happen! :jointsmile: I am sure the legal eagles will submit the remainder of ?'s!! pr

[west coast style]

Well, for most patients, the point of getting a his or her doctor's recommendation for medical marijuana is to get safe and legal access to their necessary medications. They don't have to mess around with the potentiality of running into a shady dealer.

And why the hell would your car company raise your insurance? Think about it.

[stinkyattic]

One nice thing about getting a card is that it allows you to grow your own meds, bypassing the dealer/dispensary scene entirely, except to try new strains and of course get your clones. If you CAN get a card, I think it makes good sense for your legal security.

[DrGreen]

Miscellaneous (paraphernalia, license suspensions, drug tax stamps, etc...)
Any conviction of minor under 21 causes driver's license suspension for 1 year.

The petty misdemeanor of possession is NOT reported to DMV but anything over that is and should CA DMV elect, they can suspend your license to drive, if you are under the age of 21yo....

[Elote20]

Get a card if you can. Don't trust cops they will always find ways to put more charges on you. And if you get caught twice, the second time they might put a intention to distribute charge on you.

and 150$ for a card? You sure your in southern cali? Around here can get em for 60$- 80$ AND the clinic prices for bud is cheaper than street dealers.

[EmoRebellion]

Ok so im starting to think that theres really no reason for me to get a card. for one ill be spending 150 for the recommendation and then if i understand correctly ill spend more to get a card through the dispensary to be in their system. Then once i go to the dispensary the prices are much higher anyways then street prices.

Now if i get caught in california with less than 28.5 grams of marijuana all i get is a ticket that is a 100 dollar fine. seems worth it to just not get busted. but i do have a few questions such as what if i get caught with a pipe on me is there any different charge and say i get busted once what happens if i get busted a second time. and also if i get caught will my car insurance company find out about it and raise my insurance?

Youve got several of your facts wrong.. Depending where you go, its usually about $85-115 for a recommendation. I would recommend medicann because of the 24-hour verification, and Ive had no problems with them in the past. They give you the ID card for free now, too.

You dont need to get another card at each dispensary, they just call the doc on your rec and verify you in their system. Once you are verified you usually only need to show Id from that point on.

The prices vary wildly, but you can find good deals (or grow your own). If you get caught without a rec, not only do you get fined but you lose your meds as well. Depending on how much you have, thats another $50-500 right there. The fines go up with ever subsequent ticket, and eventually lead to jail time.

[flakeyfoont]

i got a rec. about 2 months ago. the reason i got it was because i wanted to have reliable connections. if i had good connections, i wouldn't get a rec. in the years i've been smoking i've only been busted one time, (for being really stupid) when i was in high school, i'm 53 now. if you're cool, it seems like it would be hard to get busted.

the rec. cost me 150, they mentioned a state card that costs an additional 150 (which i didn't buy), plus the weed at the dispensary costs roughly 2x street price, for the same quality. someone is making lots of $$$.

if i were a grower, i'd want the rec. and card.

[pakaloloprince]

ok im getting like 2 types of information here how much is the weed at the dispensaries? then where and how much can i get a card i just requested my medical records from the hospital and i have an empty bottle of vicodin. can someone recommend me a place to go i live in like huntington costa mesa area

[painretreat]

Welcome to safety. You are too young to be messing with the cops. And, we run into them a lot here!

I paid $150. in Riverside! It was a little more expensive, but the weather was cooler there than my other closest option.

If it is cheaper to buy on the street, you may continue to do that, if you choose--And you will possess, legally!!! I am sure street vendors can be busted, not sure if you can for buying from them! I was told I could! Guess, I'd better check it out! Thanks for bringing up another area of my ignorance!:thumbsup:

There is an activist office that meets there every month. Plus, growers meet on occas.--which is coming up! I hope to get my first grow on very soon! I have met one and seen his operation of hydroponics. He gives me free seeds and there are many benefits! Plus, sharing the different medical varieties without having to purchase each one!

Let us know how you feel after you walk out: Knowing you can grow your own medicine!!! Here's to feeling better! Do come back! You sound interesting. Smart enough not to mess up the rest of your life! pr :jointsmile: