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Medical Marijuana Program FAQs

PROGRAM RULES AND LEGAL ADVICE

How can I find the rules that apply to me?

Please visit our Rules page and use the guide below as a reference:

  • Most of the definitions are in OAR 333-008-0010.
  • Rules that apply to patients and caregivers can be found mainly in OAR 333-008-0020 to 333-008-0080.
  • Rules that apply to growers and grow sites can be found mainly in OAR 333-008-0033, 333-008-0037, ​333-008-0047, 333-008-0500 to 333-008-0640.
  • Rules that apply to dispensaries are OAR 333-008-1000 to 333-008-1248 and 333-008-2000 to 333-008-2200.
  • Rules that apply to processors are OAR 333-008-1600 to 333-008-2200.
  • Concentration and serving size limits can be found in OAR 333-007-0200 to 333-007-0220.
  • Cannabis testing requirements can be found in OAR 333-007-0300 to 333-007-0490.
  • Accreditation of laboratories can be found in OAR 333-064-0100 to 333-064-0110.

How do I find out about rulemaking, rule changes and other updates regarding the medical marijuana program?

Individuals can subscribe to receive email updates related to medical marijuana.

Can the OMMP give me legal advice?

No. If you have questions about compliance with the Oregon Medical Marijuana Act you should consult a private attorney.

CONTACTING THE OMMP

How do I contact OMMP?

If you have a question that isn't answered here, please refer to the areas listed here:  contact us. Staff are available from 12:00 pm to 4:00 pm Monday through Friday to answer calls for Patient Questions 971-673-1234 and for Dispensaries or Processing sites call 971-673-1946. We cannot verify or send confidential information by email. We do not provide any on-site services.
 

Are there any days the OMMP office is closed?

Yes, we are closed on some holidays. View state office holiday closure dates.

LABELING

What labeling rules should I follow?

OLCC has adopted new packaging and labeling rules that are operational August 15, 2018 (OAR 845-025-7000 to 845-025-7190). Starting April 1, 2019, all marijuana items transferred to dispensaries are required to be packaged and labeled according to OLCC labeling rules. Marijuana items on dispensary shelves that meet the OHA packaging and labeling rules may continue to be sold until December 31, 2019. On January 1, 2020, all marijuana items must meet the OLCC packaging and labeling rules. Marijuana items with labels that meet pre-August 15, 2018 rules may no longer be sold.  ​

I only plan on providing medical marijuana products. Do my labels need to go through the OLCC pre-approval process?

Yes. All products, including medical marijuana products, must go through the OLCC pre-approval process. Visit OLCC's Packaging and Labeling Pre-Approval web page  for more information.

Where can I find the marijuana universal symbol?

The universal symbol is available at: oregon.gov/oha/ph/PreventionWellness/marijuana/Pages/symbol.aspx.

​What size does the universal symbol need to be?

The universal symbol must measure at least 0.48 inches wide by 0.35 inches high.

Can I change the colors used in the universal symbol?

No. The universal symbol must be used as is. The universal symbol is a Registered Trademark of OHA and can only be used by licensees or registrants on marijuana product labels.

PACKAGING

What are the packaging requirements and where can I find the packaging rules?

Packaging used for marijuana products must be child resistant.

All packaging used must comply with OLCC packaging rules.

Visit OLCC's Packaging and Labeling Pre-Approval web page for more information.

BACKGROUND CHECK PROCESS

Who is required to have a background check?

Any person listed on the application for a proposed medical marijuana dispensary or processing site must go through a background check. This includes all owners and PRDs or PRPs who are named in the application.

Why do you need fingerprints?

State law requires a criminal background check. A person cannot be a listed on an application if they have been convicted for the manufacture or delivery of a Schedule I or Schedule II controlled substance in any state.

Where can I get my fingerprints processed?

Instructions for having your fingerprints taken can be found on the Background Check page.

Is there a fee associated with having a background check done?

Yes. The background check fee is $35 for each individual named in an initial application. Also, the fee must be paid if an owner is added or if a change of PRD/PRP or primary PRD/PRP is requested. Payment may be made by check or money order, payable to the Oregon Health Authority. Payment must be sent by mail and received by the OMMP within 30 calendar days of the date the OMMP mailed a notice to the applicant that the initial application was received or be included with a request to add an owner or a PRD/PRP or change the primary PRD/PRP.

Mail payment to:

OMMP – Dispensary and Processor Unit
P.O. Box 14450
Portland, OR 97293-0450

Please visit the Background Check page for more information.​

REPLACEMENT CARDS​

When should I request a replacement card? 

​A replacement card should be requested if your registration card is lost, damaged, stolen or you have changed you name.

How do I request a replacement card?

Please submit a written request for a replacement card and the applicable fee to:  

OMMP 
P.O. Box 14450
Portland, OR 97293-0450

Please be sure to include your name, mailing address, and if the replacement is your patient, caregiver, or grower card.  If you are requesting a replacement of a caregiver or grower card, including the name of your patient would be helpful.  

Is there a fee associated with requesting a replacement card? 

Yes, the cost for a replacement card is $100. The replacement card fee is reduced to $20 if you submit proof of receiving Supplemental Security Income or have served on in the U.S. Armed Forces.  The fee is wavied if you are a veteran who submits proof of having a U.S. Department of Veteran Affairs disability rating of at least 50% as a result of injury or illness from active military service and received a discharge other than dishonorable.


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PATIENT APPLICATION PROCESS

Who can get a medical marijuana card?

Individuals with a qualifying medical condition and a recommendation for medical marijuana from an attending provider may apply for a medical marijuana card.

How do I apply for a card?

Visit our New Patients page to learn how to apply for a medical marijuana card.

How long does it take to get a card?

If, upon an initial review, it appears that a complete application has been received, the patient will be issued a receipt letter. This receipt has the same legal effect as a registry identification card for 30 days following the date printed on the letter. Once your application is finished being processed, a card will be mailed to you.

If your application is NOT complete, OMMP staff will send you an "Incomplete Letter" to let you know what needs to be submitted to complete your application. You will have 14 days from the date of the letter to get the missing application materials to OMMP. If the missing application materials are not submitted within the 14 days, your application may be rejected.

Please do not call to check your status prior to 30 days from the date we receive your application. The processing of applications takes time, and the same staff who review your application also answer the phones. The more calls we receive, the slower we process applications.

How can I make sure my application is processed as quickly as possible?

Make sure you:

  • ​Complete all required portions of the application.
  • Submit a complete Attending Provider's statement.
  • Patients must submit proof of Oregon residency and a government issued ID. An Oregon Driver's license or Oregon Identification card would meet both of these requirements. 
  • Include copies of current government issued photo ID for the caregiver and grower, if applicable.
  • Submit a notarized grow site consent form, if applicable.
  • Submit the correct payment amount. If you are eligible for a reduced fee, submit the required proof.
  • Do not call to check your application status for 30 days from the date we receive your application.

How does the OMMP process applications so patients can access dispensaries?

All applications are treated equally and the OMMP processes them as quickly as possible. The 30-day receipt has the same legal effect as a patient card and will allow a patient to access dispensaries for 30 days from the date on the receipt. This receipt is issued only to the patient and does not extend to the caregiver or grower. 

​​Who may act as a grower?

  • A patient may grow for him or herself or designate an individual 21 years or older to act as his or her grower.
  • The OMMP conducts a criminal background check on all designated growers.
  • If a grower has been convicted of felony violating ORS 475.752 through 475.920 on or after January 1, 2006, that person is prohibited from growing marijuana for a patient for two years from the date of conviction for the first offense.
  • Individuals with more than one conviction are permanently prohibited from growing.
  • A grower may start growing for a patient on the effective date found on the grower's registration card. 

​Do I have to list a grower and grow site address on my application?

Only if you are growing your own medical marijuana or are designating another person to grow medical marijuana for you.

  • Patients growing medical marijuana or designating a grower are required to provide the OMMP with the grow site address.
  • Only one grow site address may be registered per patient.
  • Grow sites must be a physical address located in Oregon.
  • If the patient or grower is not the own of the property where the grow site will be located, a notarized grow site consent form is required when you apply. 

PATIENT FEES

How much does it cost to register as a cardholder?

The standard application fee is $200.

An applicant may qualify for a reduced fee of:

  • $60 with proof of Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits, or
  • $50 with proof of Oregon Health Plan (OHP) eligibility, or
  • $20 with proof of receipt of Supplemental Security Income (SSI) monthly benefits, or
  • $20 with proof​ of having served in the Armed Forces of the United States*
*There is no fee for a Veteran who submits proof of a total disability rating of at least 50% as a result of a service related injury or illness, and who was discharged under other than dishonorable conditions.


Grower Registration Fee: If a designated grower is someone other than the patient, a grow site registration fee of $200 is required in addition to the application fee. To pay this fee the grower will need to follow the instructions on our Grower page to create an online account and pay.

CHANGING OR UPDATING INFORMATION

Do I have to tell the OMMP if I change my mailing address, add or remove a caregiver, grower, or change my grow site address?

Yes. You are required to submit a pdf iconChange Form with the updated information within 10 calendar days. There may be a fee associated with making a change to the grow site address or designating a new caregiver or grower. See change form for fee details. In addtion, a notarized grow site consent form may be needed if adding or changing a grower or grow site to your registration. Review the Property Owner page​ for information. 

  • Change forms should be submitted by mail. The OMMP does not accept changes of registry information over the telephone or by fax.
  • Changes to your caregiver and/or grower require that the former caregiver or grower cards be returned to the OMMP within 7 days.
  • Patients are required by law to notify the former caregiver or grower that they no longer have this designation.
I have had a name change. Must I notify OMMP of the change? 
​Yes. Your are required to notify OMMP in writing and submit approperate documentation of the name change within 10 calendar days. The name on your OMMP card must match the name on your government issued ID. 

POSSESSION LIMITS

How much marijuana can I possess if I am a medical marijuana patient?

An Oregon medical marijuana patient (and their caregiver, if applicable) may possess up to 6 mature plants, which must be grown at a registered grow site address, and up to 24 ounces of usable marijuana.

This is different from the possession limits for recreational marijuana. Limits for recreational marijuana can be found at WhatsLegalOregon.com.

Is there a limit on how much marijuana an OMMP patient or caregiver can purchase from a medical marijuana dispensary?

Yes. A patient or caregiver may only purchase:

  • 24 ounces of usable marijuana;
  • 16 ounces of a medical cannabinoid product in solid form;
  • 72 ounces of a medical cannabinoid product in liquid form;
  • 16 ounces of a cannabinoid concentrate whether sold alone or contained in an inhalant delivery system;
  • 5 grams of a cannabinoid extract whether sold alone or contained in an inhalant delivery system;
  • Four immature marijuana plants; and
  • 50 seeds.

PROVIDER REQUIREMENTS

Who may recommend medical marijuana?

An attending provider who has the primary responsibility for the care and treatment of a person diagnosed with a debilitating medical condition may recommend medical marijuana to a patient. 

A attending provider includes:
  • Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathy (DO), licensed under ORS chapter 677. 
  • Physician Associate licensed under ORS 677.505 to 677.525. 
  • Nurse Practitioner licensed under ORS 678.375 to 678.390. 
  • Clinical Nurse Specialist licensed under ORS 678.370 and 678.372. Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist as defined in ORS 678.245. 
  • Naturopathic Physician licensed under ORS chapter 685.

Does the attending provider have to be licensed in Oregon?

Yes. The law specifies that a provider must be licensed in Oregon.


What does having "primary responsibility" mean?

Having "primary responsibility" means the attending provider has one of the following roles: 
  • Provides primary health care to the patient.
  • Provides medical specialty care and treatment to the patient. 
  • Is a consultant who has been asked to examine and treat the patient by the patient's primary care physician licensed under ORS chapter 677, the patient's physician associate licensed under ORS chapter 677, or the patient's nurse practitioner licensed under ORS chapter 678.​
The provider must also have reviewed a patient's medical records at the patient's request and conducted a thorough physical examination of the patient; provided or planned follow-up care; and documented these activities in the patient's medical record. 

How does an attending provider recommend the use of medical marijuana?

To recommend medical marijuana in Oregon, an attending provider must evaluate the patient’s health history, perform a physical examination, and determine that the use of marijuana may mitigate the symptoms or effects of the patient’s debilitating medical condition. 

An Attending Provider Statement (APS) form must be signed by the attending provider attesting that the patient has been diagnosed with a debilitating medical condition and that the medical use of marijuana may mitigate the symptoms or effect of the individual’s debilitating medical condition. As an alternate, the attending provider may supply the patient with relevant portions of the patient’s medical records containing the same information on the APS.

Who is responsible for submitting​ the APS, or other relevant medical records, to OMMP? 

The patient is responsible for submitting the APS, or relevant medical records, with other required application documents, to the OMMP. The APS or relevant medical documents must be submitted within 90 days of the attending provider’s signature when a patient applies for the first time. When a patient is renewing with OMMP, application material must be submitted within 90 days of their registration card expiration date and the APS must be signed within that 90-day period.

Upon renewal of your medical marijuana card, if you are a veteran and meet either of the qualifications below, you do not need to submit an Attending Provider's Statement:
  • Has been assigned a total and permanent disability rating for compensation that rates the veteran as unable to secure or follow a substantially gainful occupation as a result of service-connected disabilities as described in 38 C.F.R. 4.16; or
  • Has a United States Department of Veterans Affairs total disability rating of 100 percent as a result of an injury or illness that the veteran incurred, or that was aggravated, during active military service and who received a discharge or release under other than dishonorable conditions.

FINDING AND USING A DISPENSARY

How can I find a medical marijuana dispensary in Oregon?

View the list of medical marijuana dispensaries.

What do I need to bring to get medical marijuana from a dispensary?

You will need to show your current and valid Oregon Medical Marijuana Program card and photo identification.

Are children allowed inside dispensaries?

No. Minors under 18 are not allowed inside any part of a dispensary where marijuana is present, even if they are patients or employees.​​

WITHDRAWING FROM OMMP

Can a patient withdraw from the program?

Yes. A patient must submit a written statement that he or she wishes to withdraw from OMMP.

  • All cards must be returned to OMMP within 7 days of the withdrawal notification.
  • The patient’s card and all cards associated will be voided.
  • The patient is responsible for notifying his or her grower or caregiver, if applicable, that his or her card is no longer valid.
  • The patient may reapply as a new patient at any time.​

Do patients get a refund if they withdraw from the program?

No. The application and grow site fees are non-refundable. ​

GROWER INFORMATION

How do I become a grower? 

To become a medical marijuana grower, you must be designated by an OMMP patient to grow for them. 

Does a grower have to be 21 years old?

Yes. 

How many plants am I allowed to grow?

A Person Responsible for a Medical Grow Site (PRMG) may grow 6 mature plants, 12 immature plants that are 24 inches or more in height and 36 immature plants that are less than 24 inches in height per patient. However, how your grow site is zoned (residential or outside city limits) determines the plant limits at the address of the grow site. Marijuana plants may not be grown until the grower card and grow site registration card are received by the named grower.

Review the plant limits chart for more information.

How do I find out how my grow site address is zoned?

Contact your local city or county planning office or visit their website.

​When may a designated grower start growing medical marijuana for their patient? 

A designated grower may start growing for a patient on the effective date found on the grower's registration card. 

Will OHA inspect my grow site if I am a patient and only growing for myself?

All registered grow sites are subject to inspection and all growers must comply with all rules and statutory requirements. OHA does not intend to prioritize inspection of grow sites with only a patient grower; however, complaint-based and routine inspections may be conducted. 

Will OHA inspect personal recreational gardens?

N​o, OHA does not have the authority to inspect personal recreational gardens.

What are the security requirements for medical marijuana growers?

In the 2017 legislative session, HB 2198 passed which removed the requirement for a medical marijuana grow site to use a security system, or any component of a security system, such as video surveillance, an alarm system, sensors or physical barriers.

As a medical marijuana grower, am I required to have a water right?

OHA does not have any laws or rules regarding water rights; however, under current Oregon law, as administered by the Oregon Water Resources Department (OWRD), marijuana-related water use is subject to the same water-use regulations as any other water use in the state.

With a few exceptions, water users generally must obtain a water right from OWRD to use water from any source. Other options may include obtaining water from a water provider that has a legal water use authorization or using water in a manner that is exempt from the need to obtain a water right.

Note that growing marijuana for commercial purposes, whether medical or recreational, is not eligible for any exemptions from water right permitting for use of groundwater.

Visit​ the OWRD website​ for additional information. 

Can grow sites registered with OMMP transfer usable marijuana to OLCC licensees?

A grow site that is required to use CTS will be able to transfer up to 20 pounds of usable marijuana per year to an OLCC licensed processor or wholesaler if the grow site receives approval from the OLCC. Please contact OLCC or visit the OLCC website for further information. 

How does a grow site receive approval from OLCC to transfer 20 pounds of usable marijuana? 

For a grow site to qualify it must apply and received approval with the OLCC by filling out an application. A grow site will need to meet the following criteria: ​

  • ​Be a grow site required to use CTS with OMMP. A grow site that is not required to use CTS cannot opt-in to use CTS. 
  • The usable marijuana has been assigned to the grower through a personal agreement signed by the grower's patient. 
  • The usable marijuana has been tested according to the testing requirements found in Division 7. 
  • The grow site has been continuously registered with OMMP on or before August 2, 2017.
  • The grow site must demonstrate legal access to water that will be used for the cultivation of marijuana. 

WITHDRAWING FROM OMMP


Can a grower withdraw from the program?

Yes. A grower must submit a written statement that he or she wishes to withdraw from OMMP and state the grow site address and patient registration he or she wishes to be removed from. The grower cards must be returned in order for OMMP to remove you as a grower from the grow site.

Do growers get a refund if they withdraw from the program?

No. The grow site and CTS fees are non-refundable.

 

PLANT LIMITS


How many plants may be grown for a patient?

A maximum of 6 mature plants, 12 immature plants 24 inches or more in height and 36 immature plants less than 24 inches in height may be grown for a patient by a PRMG.

If a patient grows for him or herself at their residence or a patient's caregiver grows for a patient at the patient's residence, are there any limits placed on the amount of plants that may be grown there?

Yes. A grow site located at a patient’s residence may have a maximum of 12 mature plants and 24 immature plants, regardless of height and regardless of zoning, no matter the amount of people that live at the address. No more than 6 mature plants and 12 immature plants may be grown by a patient. There is no size definition on these immature plants.


Example scenarios:

  • If there are three patients at the address, no more than 12 mature plants and 24 immature plants may be grown.
  • If there are two patients and one non-patient, no more than 12 mature plants and 24 immature plants may be grown.

Can a patient also grow 4 recreational plants at their residence?

The four recreational plants may be grown at the patient’s residence as long as someone other than the patient also lives at the address and the plant count does not exceed 12 mature plants and 24 immature plants in total including the 4 recreational plants.

If a patient designates a grower and the grow site is located within city limits, zoned residential, and not at the patient's residence, what are the maximum number of plants allowed?

A maximum of 6 mature plants, 12 immature plants 24 inches or more in height and 36 immature plants that are less than 24 inches in height may be grown for each patient. There is a maximum of 12 mature plants, 24 immature plants 24 inches or more in height and 72 immature plants under 24 inches high.

If my grow site location is not zoned residential, what are the maximum number of plants allowed?

A maximum of 6 mature plants, 12 immature plants 24 inches or more in height and 36 immature plants less than 24 inches in height may be grown for each patient. There is maximum of 48 mature plants, 96 immature plants 24 inches or more in height and 288 immature plants less than 24 inches in height. This limit applies to grow site locations outside of city limits or inside city limits but not zoned residential.

If a patient designates a grower and the grow site is not located at the patient’s residence but at the grower’s residence, can four additional plants be grown per household?

Yes.
 
Review the plant limits chart for more information.
 

GROWER FEES

If I am a medical marijuana grower, do I have to pay a fee?

Yes. As of April 1, 2016, growers must pay a $200 grow site registration fee​ for each patient they grow for. Patients growing marijuana only for themselves at their residence DO NOT have to pay a fee.

If I am a patient growing for myself, will I have to pay new fees or participate in product tracking?

No. Patients growing only for themselves at their own residence DO NOT have to pay the $200 grow site registration fee (OAR 333-008-0220(3)(d)). Patients growing only for themselves at their own residence, and not selling anything to an OHA-registered processor or dispensary, are NOT required to do any tracking of marijuana. ​​​​​​​​​

HOW TO APPLY

How do I apply to be a medical marijuana processor?

You can apply online. Visit the Processor How to Apply page for details.

What medical marijuana products can I process?

A list of the different endorsements that processors may apply for can be found under OAR 333-008-1700. They are:

  • Cannabinoid edible processor;
  • Cannabinoid topical processor;
  • Cannabinoid concentrate processor;
  • Cannabinoid extract processor; and
  • Cannabinoid tincture, capsule, suppository, or transdermal patch processor.

Does the registration process differ based on the type of endorsement?

Yes. While there are a set of general requirements that all processors must meet, the rules are different for applicants making extracts, concentrates and other products.

Rules specific for edible processors are found under OAR 333-008-1790, for concentrate and extract processors under OAR 333-008-1800 and for topical, tincture, capsule, suppository or transdermal patch processors under OAR 333-008-1810.

A set of general requirements may be found in OAR 333-008-2000 through 333-008-2200.

What is the process for approval? How long should it take?

After your online application, fee payment, and all required application documents have been received, program staff will review your application to determine whether all program rules have been satisfied. Once you submit a complete application, it will be processed in the order it is received, based on the timestamp of the approved payment.

The timeline for approving your application will depend on several factors, including the volume of applications received and completeness of your application.

Are there any location restrictions for a medical marijuana processing site?

Yes. An extract processor may not be in an area zoned residential. It is recommended that a processor check with their local government to ensure there are no prohibited uses at the location they intend to process marijuana.

Is there a Land Use Compatibility Statement (LUCS) requirement for medical marijuana processors?

No. However, it is recommended that a processor check with their local government to ensure there are no prohibited uses at the location where they intend to process marijuana.

Do I need to have an OMMP card to apply to become a medical marijuana processor?

No. An OMMP patient, caregiver or grower card is not required to become a registered medical marijuana processor.

Is written consent from the property owner required? 

​If the applicant does not own the property the processing site is to be located then yes, a consent form signed by the property owner witnessed by a notary public is required. 

Do I need to submit written consent each year when I renew my registration?​

Maybe. If there are no changes to the applicants, the property owner has not changed and the consent form is still valid, the form will not need to be submitted again.

​The consent form asks the property owner to fill in a date for a "registration term". What does that mean?

The property owner may choose to provide an end date for consent or may choose no end date. One box needs to be checked.

Selecting no end date allows for consent to be continuous for the applicant of the processing site until the consent is withdrawn in writing.

Selecting an end date would mean that the processing site may only operate at the location until the end of the registration issued. A new notarized consent form from the property owner would be needed before the program can renew the registration. If no new consent form is obtained, the processing site would not be able to renew their registration and would need to stop operation at the location.

What if the property owner wants to withdraw their consent?

The property owner will need to submit their request in writing to OMMP indicating that they are withdrawing their consent for a medical marijuana processing site.

OMMP will inform the processing site owner that the property owner has withdrawn consent and ask that they surrender their registration, or the program will start the process to revoke their registration. The processing site may choose to change their location, but a new application would need to be submitted in accordance with OAR 333-008-1620.

What if the property owner changes?

If the property owner changes, an updated notarized consent form signed by the new property owner will need to be submitted to the OMMP.

If the property owner that lives out of state. Can an online notary public witness the signing of the consent form?

Yes. For more information, please visit the Oregon Secretary of State Notary page: https://sos.oregon.gov/business/Pages/notary.aspx​

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PROCESSOR FEES

What is the fee for applying and registering a medical marijuana processing site?

There is a registration fee of $3,500 and a non-refundable application fee of $500. In other words, a total of $4,000 must be paid at the time of application. Payment can only be made with a credit card, debit card or a pre-paid debit card.

In addition, there is a $35 background check fee, payable by check or money order, for each person listed on the application, including all owners and Person Responsible for a Processing site (PRP).

Lastly, there is a $480 Cannabis Tracking System (CTS) user fee. 

Is there an additional fee for each endorsement?

No.

TRANSFERS

Who can perform transfers to a registered processing site?

An OMMP patient, caregiver or a PRMG (Person Responsible for a Medical Marijuana Grow Site) may transfer usable marijuana to a registered processing site if they are provided with an Authorization to Transfer form or a Personal Agreement signed by the patient.

Patients and caregivers may transfer marijuana to a registered processing site for no compensation for the purpose of the processing site processing the marijuana into a cannabinoid product, concentrate or extract for the patient’s personal use.

Also, a registered medical marijuana processing site may transfer to another registered medical marijuana processing site.

Rules regarding transferring to a registered processing site are found in OAR 333-008-1760.

Who can a registered processing site transfer to?

A registered processing site may transfer to another registered medical marijuana processor or a registered medical marijuana dispensary.

Rules regarding transferring from a registered processing site are found in OAR 333-008-1760 to 333-008-1770.

I am an unregistered processing site. Can I accept transfers of useable marijuana to process?

You must be a fully registered processor in order to accept transfers of useable marijuana. Fully registered means you have received a certificate of registration from OMMP. 

I am an unregistered processor. Can I transfer my cannabinoid edible or concentrate product to a dispensary?

You must be a fully registered processor in order to accept transfers of useable marijuana. Fully registered means you have received a certificate of registration from OMMP.

EXTRACTS

Can I still process extracts as an unregistered processor or as an OMMP patient, caregiver or grower?

No. Under HB 4014, passed in the 2016 Legislative session, the unlicensed processing of extracts is illegal.

However, a medical marijuana processing site that has submitted a complete application for registration with OHA is exempt from criminal liability pursuant to ORS 475C.833. 

As of April 1, 2107, you must be a registered processor in order to sell products to a dispensary. If you have a pending application or were previously listed on the OMMP website as having submitted a complete application, you will not be able to transfer products to a dispensary on and after April 1, 2017 unless you are fully registered with OMMP.

What are the requirements for getting registered as an extraction processor?

In addition to meeting the general requirements (OAR 333-008-2000 to 333-008-2200), extraction processors do have a set of specific requirements that must be met.

  • Extraction processors must use commercially manufactured professional grade closed loop extraction systems designed to recover the solvents and built to recognized and generally accepted good engineering standards.
  • The equipment and facility must be approved for use by the local fire code official, meet any fire, safety and building code requirements, have an emergency eye wash station in any room in which extraction is being processed and have all applicable material safety data sheets available.
  • Rules specific to extract processors may be found in OAR 333-008-1800.

EDIBLES

Is a commercial kitchen license from the Oregon Department of Agriculture (ODA) required for processing edibles?

Yes. For information on how to apply for a commercial kitchen license please visit ODA’s website.

Is a commercial kitchen license from ODA required if I’m making concentrates or extracts that will be used in edibles?

Yes. Any ingredient used in food production must come from an ODA licensed facility.

LABELING AND PACKAGING

As a medical marijuana processor, do I need to have my labels approved by OLCC as part of their labeling pre-approval process?

Yes. For more information visit the OLCC website.

What labeling requirements can I follow before my labels are approved?

All labels must be pre-approved and follow requirements found in rule. The OLCC has adopted new packaging and labeling rules that are operational August 15, 2018. Starting April 1, 2019, all marijuana items transferred to dispensaries are required to be packaged and labeled according to OLCC labeling rules. Marijuana items on dispensary shelves that meet the OHA packaging and labeling rules may continue to be sold until December 31, 2019. On January 1, 2020, all marijuana items must meet the OLCC packaging and labeling rules. Marijuana items with labels that meet pre-August 15, 2018 rules may no longer be sold.  

What packaging requirements do I need to follow?

All packaging must be compliant with OLCC packaging rules found in OAR 845-025-7000 to 845-025-7060.

When do I have to comply with concentration limits?

All products must meet requirements found under OAR 333-007-0200 to 333-007-0220.

TESTING REQUIREMENTS

What testing requirements am I required to follow?

All marijuana items must be tested according to OAR 333-007-0300 to 333-007-0500. See our Testing Requirements and Rules and Statutes pages for details.

REPORTING REQUIREMENTS

Are processors subject to any reporting and tracking requirements?

Yes. All registered processors are required to use the Cannabis Tracking System (CTS). There is a $480 CTS user fee that is due annually. Rules regarding reporting requirements are found under OAR 333-008-1830. See our Reporting Requirements page for details.

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HOW TO APPLY

How do I apply to register my dispensary?

Please visit our Dispensary How To Apply page for details.

Are there any location restrictions for a medical marijuana dispensary?

Yes. Dispensaries may not be in an area zoned residential. It is recommended that you check with your local government to ensure there are no prohibited uses at the location where you intend to open a dispensary.

Dispensaries may also not be located within 1000 feet of a school or another registered dispensary.

What zoning documentation is acceptable?

Please contact the city or county planning office of where the dispensary is located. Written documentation should be obtained that indicates the proposed dispensary is not located in an area that is zoned for residential use.

Is there a Land Use Compatibility Statement (LUCS) requirement for medical marijuana dispensaries?

No. However, it is recommended that you check with the local government to ensure there are no prohibited uses at the location where you intend to open a medical marijuana dispensary.

How will I know if the location I have chosen for my dispensary is more than 1,000 feet from a school or 1,000 feet from a registered dispensary?

The OMMP offers an online School Locator Map that applicants can use to see if a site is too close to a school. However, as some school locations are confidential, results from the mapping tool should not be considered official or binding. The final decision on whether a proposed location complies with OMMP rules will be made by program staff. Please be aware that a facility’s premises must not be anywhere within 1,000 feet of a school's property boundary. Applicants are also expected to canvas the area surrounding their proposed location and sign an affirmation that they have done so when applying.

What kinds of schools do dispensaries need to be 1,000 feet away from?

Private or public schools, primary or secondary schools.

  • Primary – institutions containing any combination of grades kindergarten through 8th or age level equivalent.
  • Secondary – institutions containing any combination of grades 9th through 12th or age level equivalent, including junior high schools which include 9th grade.
  • Please refer to OAR 333-008-1040(4)(c)(A) for details.

May I operate a mobile dispensary, a medicine delivery service or have a drive-thru at my dispensary?

No. Mobile services, including but not limited to farmers markets, drive-thrus, delivery services and mobile dispensaries are not allowed. Any transfer of marijuana to or from a dispensary must take place at the registered address of the dispensary.

Can a dispensary be located at the same address as a grow site?

No. Also, if you have any knowledge that a patient has designated your dispensary as a grow site, please ask the person to change the grow site address with the Oregon Medical Marijuana Program. Otherwise, this could delay the approval of your application.

Can a dispensary sublet or share any portion of the dispensary premises with any other business?

No.

What are the security requirements for a dispensary?

Rules regarding security requirements may be found in OAR 333-008-2080 to 333-008-2120.​​​​​​

What is the process for approval? How long should it take?

After your online application, fee payment, and all required application documents have been received, program staff will review your application to determine whether all program rules have been satisfied. Your application will be processed in the order it is received, based on the timestamp of the approved payment.

The timeline for approving your application will depend on several factors, including the volume of applications received.

Once my application is approved, when may I begin to operate my dispensary?

You may open for business as soon as you receive your physical registration certificate.

Is there a limit on the number of dispensaries that will be registered by the Oregon Health Authority?

There is no limit on the number of dispensaries that may be registered by OHA. However, dispensaries cannot be within 1,000 feet of each other or a school.

How many dispensaries may an individual own or be responsible for?

There is no limit on the number of dispensaries an individual may be responsible for. However, any person who wishes to register more than one location must submit a separate application and all required documentation for each location.

What is a PRD?

A PRD is a “Person Responsible for a Dispensary.” For more information or for information on how to change a PRD, visit our PRD page.

Can I have more than one PRD?

Yes. Multiple PRDs may be named on an application. Anyone named as a PRD must pass a background check and must be involved in the day to day operations of the dispensary. One PRD must be named as the primary PRD.

What is a Primary PRD?

A Primary PRD is an individual who:

  • is designated as the primary point of contact for dispensary;
  • is authorized to receive any and all communications and legal notices from the Oregon Health Authority;
  • meets the qualifications in OAR 333-008-1073 through 333-008–1075; and
  • is involved in the day-to-day operations of the dispensary.

Only one person may act as a Primary PRD, and a dispensary must have a registered Primary PRD in order to operate.

DISPENSARY FEES

What is the fee to apply for a license to operate a dispensary?

The registration fee is $3,500 and the application fee, which is non-refundable, is $500. In other words, a total of $4,000 must be paid at the time of application. Payment can only be made with a credit card, debit card, or pre-paid debit card.

There is a $35 background check fee, payable by check or money order, for:

  • Each person listed in the initial application, including all owners and PRDs;
  • A request to add an owner; or
  • Change a PRD or primary PRD.
Lastly, there is a $480 Cannabis Tracking System (CTS) user fee. 

I don’t have a credit card. How can I pay the fee?

If you do not have or are unable to acquire a credit card, prepaid credit cards can be purchased at many stores. The fee must be paid online at the time of application.

FINDING A DISPENSARY

Where can I find a list of registered dispensaries?

A list of dispensaries can be found on the OMMP website.

GENERAL DISPENSARY FACTS

What is a medical marijuana dispensary?

A medical marijuana dispensary is a facility, registered by the Oregon Health Authority, that is allowed to receive marijuana, immature marijuana plants, or marijuana products and transfer that marijuana to a patient or a patient’s caregiver, if the patient or caregiver has an Oregon Medical Marijuana Program card or a receipt letter from the OMMP.

Where may dispensaries be located?

Dispensaries in Oregon may not be located in an area zoned residential. A dispensary may not be located within 1,000 feet of a school or another registered dispensary and may not be at an address registered with the Oregon Medical Marijuana Program as a grow site. Local government agencies may have additional restrictions, and applicants should communicate with those local agencies when deciding where to locate a dispensary.

How often does a medical marijuana dispensary get inspected?

The OMMP is required to inspect dispensaries annually to ensure compliance with the law. Program staff may also visit dispensaries at any time and assess compliance. Inspections are always unannounced.

Can medical dispensaries provide, sell, or dispense marijuana at an off-site event or to an off-site event?

No. All transfers of marijuana must be done on-site at the dispensary in accordance with dispensary rules.

May local governments ban dispensaries?

Yes. ORS 475C.950 allows local governments in Oregon to adopt ordinances that prohibit medical marijuana dispensaries or medical marijuana processing sites within its jurisdiction. For more information, visit our Local Government Option page.

Are dispensaries allowed to advertise, market or promote the prices of their products?

Rules regarding advertising can be found in OAR 333-008-2070. There is nothing in the rules that relates to pricing. However, marijuana retailers must comply with Oregon’s Unlawful Trade Practices Act, which prohibits deceptive marketing and promotion of consumer products.

Are there any advertising restrictions?

Yes. OAR 333-008-2070 outlines a set of restrictions registrants must comply with for advertising. In addition, dispensaries may not promote products in a manner of shape or design that is likely to appeal to children and adolescents such as products modeled after an animal, vehicle, person or character.

Are there any advertising requirements?

Yes. OAR 333-008-2070 indicates that a registrant must include the following statements on all advertising:

“Do not operate a vehicle or machinery under the influence of marijuana.”

“Keep marijuana out of the reach of children.”

DISPENSARY OPERATIONS

Are children allowed inside dispensaries?

No. Minors under 18 are not allowed inside any part of a dispensary where marijuana is present, even if they are patients.

Are there any age restrictions for employees of a dispensary?

Yes. A dispensary may employ an individual between the ages of 18 and 20 if the individual is an OMMP patient. Otherwise, employees must be 21 years of age or older.

Is onsite consumption of marijuana allowed at a dispensary?

No. Onsite consumption of marijuana is prohibited by program rules. The only exception is for an employee who is a current and valid Oregon Medical Marijuana Program patient who must medicate during working hours. However, it is important to note that as of March 1, 2016, an employee may not smoke or use a system that includes combusting, inhaling, vaporizing, or aerosolizing. Otherwise, consumption is only permitted if the employee is not visible to any individual while medicating and alone in a closed room where no dispensary marijuana items are present. Please refer to OAR 333-008-1110(7) for more information.

How are transfers of usable marijuana or immature plants made to a dispensary?

Transfers of usable marijuana or immature plants may only be authorized by a registered OMMP patient using the Medical Marijuana Transfer Authorization form. The patient may authorize their caregiver or their grower to transfer usable marijuana or immature plants to the dispensary. Also, a personal agreement may be used which includes at least:

  • The patient’s name, OMMP card number and expiration date and contact information;
  • The name and contact information of the PRMG to whom the patient’s property rights have been assigned and the producer’s OMMP card number and expiration date, and the grow site address;
  • The portion of the patient’s rights to possess seeds, immature plants and usable marijuana that is being assigned to the producer.

Who gets the original Transfer Authorization form and who should keep a copy?

The original form should be sent to the registered dispensary and the dispensary must keep that original. The patient should keep a copy of the Transfer Authorization form for their records; if the caregiver or grower is authorized to transfer, the caregiver or grower should also keep a copy.

Does the Transfer Authorization form ever expire?

Yes. The Transfer Authorization form automatically expires on the date the patient’s OMMP card expires, unless the patient has specified an earlier expiration date. Once the authorization expires, the patient may renew it by submitting a new transfer form to the registered dispensary. It should be noted that once usable marijuana or immature plants are transferred to a registered dispensary, they are no longer the property of the patient unless the usable marijuana or immature plants are returned by the registered dispensary for any reason.

What must a PRD do when accepting usable marijuana or immature plants?

A PRD must ensure he or she has a valid Transfer Authorization form on file that authorizes the transferor of usable marijuana or immature plants to make the transfer and must verify the identity of the transferor by viewing and copying the transferor's OMMP card and photo identification.

Are dispensaries allowed to pay growers for medical marijuana?

A dispensary is permitted to reimburse a grower for the normal and customary costs of doing business, including costs related to transferring, handling, securing, insuring, testing, packaging, and processing usable marijuana and immature marijuana plants, and the cost of supplies, utilities, and rent or mortgage.

If I have a registered dispensary, can I continue to receive transfers of cannabinoid products and concentrates from an unregistered processor?

No. As of April 1, 2017, these types of marijuana items must come from an OHA-registered medical marijuana processor.

If I have a registered dispensary, can I still accept the transfer of extracts from an unregistered processor or from an OMMP patient, caregiver or grower?

No. Under HB 4014, passed in the 2016 Legislative session, the unlicensed processing of extracts is illegal.

A dispensary may only accept transfers of marijuana products from a registered medical marijuana processor.

How much may a dispensary charge for medical marijuana?

A dispensary is permitted to seek reimbursement for immature plants and medical marijuana products based on its normal and customary costs of doing business. A dispensary is required to document its costs of doing business and provide that information to the OMM​P on request. Please refer to OAR 333-008-1200 for specifics.

Are there any reporting requirements for a dispensary?

Yes. Dispensaries are required to use he Cannabis Tracking System. Visit the Reporting Requirements page for more information.

Is there a limit on how much a medical dispensary can sell to an OMMP patient or caregiver?

Yes. An OMMP registered medical dispensary may not transfer at any one time to a patient or caregiver, within one day, more than the following (OAR 333-008-1245​):

  • 24 ounces of usable marijuana;
  • 16 ounces of a medical cannabinoid product in solid form;
  • 72 ounces of a medical cannabinoid product in liquid form;
  • 16 ounces of a cannabinoid concentrate whether sold alone or contained in an inhalant delivery system;
  • Five grams of a cannabinoid extract whether sold alone or contained in an inhalant delivery system;
  • Four immature marijuana plants; and
  • 50 seeds.​

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What is changing with registering a grow site in 2026?

While obtaining written consent from the property owner is still required if the grower or patient do not own the property, the consent form will now need to be signed by the property owner, witnessed by a notary public. 

OMMP will verify all property ownership with the county the address is located.

When does this requirement take effect?

This requirement applies to all grower and grow site registration cards issued on or after January 1, 2026. 

Applications, renewals, and change forms received in December 2025 may need the new consent form if registration cards are not issued before January 1, 2026.

Why am I required to indicate who the property owner of the grow site is?

HB 3200 passed in the 2019 legislative session and mandated that written consent must be provided to the OMMP by the property owner if the property is to be used to grow medical marijuana and if the patient or grower does not own the property.

SB 907 ​passed in the 2025 legislative session and made changes to the process. The law now requires a notary public witness the signing of the consent form. 

OMMP will verify the information provided regarding the ownership of the property with the county in which the property is located.

What will happen if I submit an old version of the consent form when I register?

If an old version of the consent form without the notary public stamp is submitted, OMMP will incomplete the application and give the patient 14 days to submit the missing information. The patient will still be issued their 30-day receipt if the application is otherwise complete.

I am currently a grower and have consent to grow, will I need to submit the new consent form with the notary when I renew in 2026? 

Yes. The new consent form with the notary public will be required for all new and renewing applications starting on January 1, 2026.

Do I need to submit written consent each year when I renew my registration?

If the same grower and grow site is being designated, the property owner information remains the same, and the notarized consent form is still valid, then a new notarized grow site consent form will not need to be submitted again.

If the grower or grow site is changing, there is a new property owner, or the registration consent term has expired, a new notarized grow site consent form will need to be submitted.

​The consent form asks the property owner to fill in a date for a "registration term". What does that mean?

The property owner may choose to provide an end date for consent or may choose no end date. One box needs to be checked.

Selecting no end date allows for consent to be continuous for the grower(s) listed until the consent is withdrawn in writing.

Selecting an end date would mean that the grower(s) may only operate at the location until the expiration date printed on their registration card. A new notarized consent form from the property owner would need to be submitted before the program can add or renew a registration. If no new consent form is obtained, the grower(s) would not be able to renew their registration and would need to stop operation at the location.

What if the property owner wants to withdraw their consent?

The property owner will need to submit their request in writing to OMMP indicating that they are withdrawing their consent for a designated grower to grow medical marijuana at the grow site address.

OMMP will inform the patient and grower that consent for using the grow site has been withdrawn by the property owner, and the patient will need to change their registration. The patient may change the grower, change the grow site, or decide to no longer have a grower or grow site.  Making changes will require a change form and may also require a change fee and new consent form if applicable. Failure to make changes once grow site consent is withdrawn may result in revocation.

What if the property owner changes?

If the property owner changes, an updated notarized consent form signed by the new property owner will need to be submitted to the OMMP.

I am a property owner that lives out of state. Does the form need to be signed by an Oregon notary public?

No. Any registered notary public may be witness to the signature of the consent form.

Can an online notary public witness the signing of the consent form?

Yes. For more information, please visit the Oregon Secretary of State Notary page: https://sos.oregon.gov/business/Pages/notary.aspx​



GENERAL

How can I find out what reporting is required of me?

Visit the reporting and tracking page and review the information under your registration type.

Who is exempt from using CTS and OMMOS?

All items indicated below must be true in order to be exempt from all reporting and tracking requirements.

  • You are a patient only growing for yourself at your residence; AND
  • There are no more than 12 mature plants and 24 immature plants being grown at the grow site; AND
  • Not transferring to a medical processor or dispensary.

OREGON MEDICAL MARIJUANA ONLINE SYSTEM (OMMOS)

What is OMMOS?

OMMOS is the Oregon Medical Marijuana Online System where monthly aggregate reports are reported to OMMP. The previous month’s transfers and on-site inventory must be entered by the 10th of each month.

Which grow sites must report into OMMOS?

If you grow at a grow site with 2 or fewer patients you are required to submit monthly reports to the Oregon Medical Marijuana Online System (OMMOS) if ANY of the following is true:

  • You are the designated grower for an OMMP patient (other than yourself).
  • You are a patient growing for yourself at your own residence and you are transferring marijuana items to a medical processor or dispensary.
  • You are a patient growing for yourself at a grow site address that is NOT your residence.
  • You are growing at a grow site address that submitted an application for a producer license to OLCC prior to January 1, 2018 and OLCC has not yet acted on your application.

See the reporting and tracking requirements page for details.

How do I create an Oregon Medical Marijuana Online System (OMMOS) account?

Instructions on how to create an OMMOS account and report in OMMOS can be found on the reporting and tracking page.

Are there any resources or training available for growers on using OMMOS?

Yes. OMMOS training resources may be found on the reporting and tracking requirements page under the ‘Growers’ section.

Do I still need to report into OMMOS if I don’t have any transfers or inventory to report?

Yes. If there is no onsite inventory or no transfers were performed during the month, you are still required to report monthly.​ A tutorial on how to do this is on the reporting and tracking requirements page under the ‘Growers’ section, OMMOS Resources.

Do I need special software to use OMMOS?

No, special software is not necessary or required to be purchased or downloaded to report information to OHA. Registered individuals create an online account where they can input the information that is required to be submitted to OHA on a monthly basis.

When am I required to start reporting?

Tracking of marijuana and marijuana products started in June, 2016. Each month’s report of transfers must be made by the 10th of the following month.

Where can I find more information regarding what I need to report monthly?

Please visit the reporting and tracking requirements page for more information.

Cannabis Tracking System (CTS)

What is CTS?

CTS stands for Cannabis Tracking System. It is the online reporting system used to track and manage the production, processing, and transferring of marijuana by growers, processors, and dispensaries through OLCC. CTS may also be referred to as “Metrc” (Marijuana Enforcement Tracking Regulatory Compliance), or more generally, “Seed-to-Sale” tracking.

Who is required to use CTS?

  • All registered processors and dispensaries.
  • All grow sites where there are three or more patients registered.

Details can be found on the reporting and tracking requirements page.

When will CTS be required to be used by growers, processors, and dispensaries?

All required growers, processors, and dispensaries must start using CTS on or before July 1, 2018.

Where can I find information on CTS?

Visit the OMMP's Reporting and Tracking Requirement webpage​​. You can also visit the OLCC website for information on the Cannabis Tracking System.

What will happen to grow sites, processing sites, or dispensaries who do not comply and use CTS?

Affected grow sites, processing sites, and dispensaries who do not comply with the implementation of CTS may have their registration revoked by OMMP.

Is there a fee associated with using CTS?

Yes. There is an annual non-refundable fee of $480. Each qualifying registered medical processing site, dispensary and grow site must pay the fee.

Why is the fee $480?

This is the annual cost to use CTS. The $480 is collected by OMMP, then transferred to OLCC and is used to pay for the administration of CTS.

If I am a grower at a grow site with multiple growers, who pays the $480?

The grow site must designate one of the current growers at the address as the Grow Site Administrator (GSA) for the site. The GSA must use OMMOS to apply and pay the $480 CTS fee. It is up to the growers at the grow site to agree on how this payment will be made.

How does the grow site sign up to use CTS?

A grow site administrator (GSA) is required to be designated in order to use CTS. Please review the GSA webpage for instructions on how to designate a GSA.

Is training on CTS required?

Yes, the grow site administrator is required to take training. Free training may be found online on the CTS vendor’s (Metrc) website. Resources may also be found on the OLCC’s website. See “Additional Resources” on the OLCC Licensee page for CTS/Metrc training materials.

Will a manual process be available as an alternative to using CTS?

No. Anyone required to use CTS must do so using the online system.

Grow Site Administrator (GSA)

What is a Grow Site Administrator?

A Grow Site Administrator (GSA) is a grower at a grow site who has been designated by the grow site to be responsible for compliance with the CTS tracking requirements for all growers located at the grow site.

Is a GSA required for CTS?

Yes. A GSA is required for all grow sites that are required to use CTS.

What happens if a grow site that is required to use CTS does not designate a GSA?

Oregon Health Authority (OHA) may revoke the registration of the grow site as well as the registrations of all growers registered at the grow site location.

How do I become a GSA?

Instructions on how to become a GSA are outline on the GSA page.

What if multiple growers at the grow site want to be the GSA?

It is up to the growers at the grow site location to work together and designate one person to become the GSA.

Does a GSA need to be designated by a certain date?

Grow sites that are required to use CTS will be notified by OMMP that a GSA must be designated. A GSA must be designated and the CTS user fee paid within 15 calendar days from the date of being notified.

What are the responsibilities of a GSA?

  • Pay the non-refundable CTS user fee
  • Set up and activate a CTS user account
  • Order Unique Identification Tags and tag all marijuana items
  • Enter all initial inventory into CTS within 10 days of being credentialed into CTS
  • Ensure compliance with the CTS tracking requirements
  • Cooperate with inspections or investigations conducted

If I am not designated the GSA for my grow site, can I have access to, or use CTS?

Yes. Other growers at the grow site can be assigned CTS accounts by the GSA. This may be done once the GSA’s CTS account is activated.

Can the GSA change during the year?

Yes. The GSA may submit a notice of resignation to OHA that they no longer want to be the GSA and at the same time may request a replacement GSA be designated. Additionally, any grower at the grow site may submit a request to OHA to change the GSA. The requests must include a reason for the change of GSA, and will be reviewed and acted upon by OHA.

If the GSA changes, is the CTS user fee required again?

No. The fee is annual and is tied to the grow site address.

When can a grow site start tracking in CTS?

Once a GSA is designated and the $480 CTS fee is paid, the CTS vendor will send a CTS account activation email to the GSA. The CTS checklist​ outlines the next steps to start tracking in CTS.

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GENERAL

Who do the testing rules apply to?

The division 7 testing rules apply to:

  • Laboratories that test marijuana and marijuana product
  • OLCC licensees
  • Medical marijuana growers that transfer to medical marijuana processors or dispensaries
  • Medical marijuana processors
  • Medical marijuana dispensaries​

Who is NOT required to test marijuana?

The testing rules do not apply to:

  • A grower transferring directly to his or her patient, or the patient's designated primary caregiver.
  • A designated primary caregiver transferring marijuana directly to his or her patient.

What needs to be tested?

All marijuana items and industrial hemp-derived vapor items that will be sold to consumers or medical marijuana patients must be tested to the division 7 testing rules.

Where can I find the division 7 testing rules?

The division 7 testing rules can be found on our Rules page.

Relevant testing rules are OAR 333-007-0300 through 333-007-0500 including Exhibit A, Tables 3 & 4, Exhibit B, Tables 5,6 & 7. Cannabis laboratory accreditation rules are OAR 333-064-0100 through 333-064-0130.

What tests need to be perfor​med under the division 7 testing rules?

Please reference the testing requirements table.

Also, please review the division 7 testing rules. It is the responsibility of the grower or processor to understand the requirements for testing their products.

Are there rules about sampling?

Yes. Sampling Protocols can be found on ORELAP’s website.

  • ORELAP-SOP-001 Rev. 3.1 is for the sampling of usable marijuana
  • ORELAP-SOP-002 Rev. 3.3 is for the sampling of extracts, concentrates, and products

​Is a laboratory required to be licensed by OLCC as well as be accredited by ORELAP?

Yes. Rules regarding laboratory licensing can be found at the OLCC rules page.

Where can I find more information about laboratory accreditation?

Please visit the Oregon Environmental Laboratory Accreditation (ORELAP) website.

Which labs can currently perform testing on marijuana?

All marijuana items must be sampled and tested by a laboratory accredited by OHA and licensed by OLCC. Please visit our Laboratories page for more information.

SAMPLING

Who is able to collect samples for testing?

Only individuals employed by a laboratory that is accredited by ORELAP for sampling and licensed by OLCC may take samples.

Where can sampling take place?

Sampling may be conducted at a grow site or processing site, or the registrant may transport the batch to a laboratory that is accredited with ORELAP for sampling.

You should contact the laboratory before delivering a batch to a laboratory because the laboratory may not be able to serve you if you show up unannounced.

Sampling may not occur at a dispensary.

Can a laboratory do only sampling?

Yes. A laboratory could be accredited to do only sampling. Sampling is the same as any other technical scope item for an ORELAP-accredited lab. An ORELAP-accredited laboratory can choose to subcontract sampling or any test scope item to another ORELAP-accredited lab.

What information should a sampling laboratory obtain from the medical grower or processor?

The sampling laboratory must follow OHA's rules for sample recordkeeping (OAR 333-007-0370) and must follow ORELAP protocols for sampling. The rules and protocols outline certain information which is required to be captured upon sampling. Required information includes, but is not limited to, the registration number and the harvest or process lot number. The protocols may be reviewed at the ORELAP Cannabis Testing web page​.

MEDICAL GROWER AND PROCESSING SITES

Are there any requirements for how a harvest or process lot batch from a medical grower or processing site must be labeled?

Yes. OAR 333-007-0380 outlines that a grower or processor must include the following information on a label waiting for test results:

  • The registrant’s registration number;
  • The harvest or process lot unique identification number;
  • The name and accreditation number of the laboratory that took samples and the accreditation number of the laboratory responsible for the testing, if different;
  • The test batch or sample unique identification numbers supplied by the laboratory personnel;
  • The date the samples were taken; and
  • In bold, capital letters no smaller than 12 point font, “PRODUCT NOT TESTED."

The batch must also be stored and secured in a manner that prevents the product from being tampered with or transferred prior to test results being reported.

Who assigns each batch with a unique batch number?

A medical grower and processing site must assign each batch a unique batch number.

A unique batch number must be:

  • Documented and maintained in the grower’s or processor’s records for at least two years;
  • Provided to the individual responsible for taking samples; and
  • Included on the batch label as required in OAR 333-007-0380.

A grower and processing site may not reuse a unique batch number.

When am I able to transfer my harvest or process lot?

If the samples pass testing, the product may be sold or transferred in accordance with the applicable transfer rules.

If the samples do not pass testing, the grower or processing site must comply with OAR 333-007-0450.

FAILED TEST RESULTS

What do I do if my marijuana or marijuana product fails a test?

Please refer to the Failed Test Guidance and the Reanalysis and Retesting Guidance​ on the Testing Requirements webpage.

Marijuana or marijuana products that fail testing may not be transferred to a dispensary. Some products may be remediated and tested again, depending on what the failed test was for. Marijuana items that fail an initial and follow up pesticide test must be destroyed.

Review OAR 333-007-0450 to get a complete understanding of what happens if there is a failed test.

A laboratory that performs the testing is required to report failed test results to OHA.

What do I do if my marijuana or marijuana product must be destroyed?

When a medical marijuana item must be destroyed, the registrant must contact the OMMP and arrange for witness of the destruction of the batch. The OMMP may be contacted at: OMMP.labs@dhsoha.​state.or.us.

Do failed test results need to be reported?

Yes. The primary laboratory that performed the testing must report failed test results to the OMMP directly.

When notifying OMMP, the pdf iconCannabis Test Results Notification form​ must be filled out and emailed along with the test results to OMMP.Labs@dhsoha.state.or.us

In addition, OHA is required to notify ODA of any failed pesticide results.

Could my marijuana or marijuana product be subject to any additional testing?

Yes. OHA may require a registrant to submit samples to a laboratory of the registrant’s choosing to be tested in order to determine whether a registrant is in compliance with any of the testing rules. OHA​ may require additional testing that is not required by these rules.

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Important reporting and tracking information

Visit the Reporting and Tracking page to read about requirements for your specific registration type.

Grow sites that are required to use CTS must designate a Grow Site Administrator (GSA).

Reporting and Tracking
How to Designated a GSA