Yes, medical marijuana patients in Delaware can have a caregiver.
Caregiver Requirements:
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Caregivers must be at least 21 years old and a Delaware resident.
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Caregivers can manage up to 5 patients. If the patient lacks legal capacity it can be a parent, guardian, or legal custodian.
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A caregiver may be a registered qualifying patient.
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The caregiver is required to do a state and federal background check which costs $65 and is good for three years. No convictions of an excluded felony offense (Class A or B crime, e.g. violent crime.)
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Qualified pediatric patients under the age of 18 cannot purchase medical marijuana from the dispensary. The parent or legal guardian will get a Responsible Party ID card which will authorize them to purchase medical marijuana for their child.
To become a Caregiver in Delaware, follow these steps:
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Complete the caregiver application in its entirety. You will need the patient’s 10-digit registry number to apply. If you plan to be a designated caregiver for multiple patients, you must complete an application for each patient. Applications can be completed online.
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Complete the Patient Application
Complete the patient application in its entirety. You can apply online. If you will require a caregiver, ensure that the caregiver completes a caregiver application. Information on how a caregiver can apply can be found here.
- Pay the Application Fee
The fee is $50.00 and is non-refundable for all who apply. There is also a $65.00 for a required background check. If you apply online, there will be a section for payment options. If you are mailing your application, please include a check or money order for $50.00, payable to the State of Delaware. - Submit Proof of Age and Residency
You must upload a copy of your Delaware-issued driver’s license or state-issued ID with your application.