{"id":43770,"date":"2026-11-10T09:00:50","date_gmt":"2026-11-10T14:00:50","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.veriheal.com\/blog\/?p=43770"},"modified":"2026-10-26T05:35:45","modified_gmt":"2026-10-26T09:35:45","slug":"georgia-low-thc-oil-vs-medical-cannabis-post-sb-220","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.veriheal.com\/blog\/georgia-low-thc-oil-vs-medical-cannabis-post-sb-220\/","title":{"rendered":"Georgia Low THC Oil vs Medical Cannabis After SB 220"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you\u2019ve been calling it the \u201cLow THC Oil\u201d program, you\u2019re not alone, but Georgia stopped using that name on July 1, 2026. Senate Bill (SB) 220 renamed it the Georgia Medical Cannabis Patient Registry, and it changed more than the label. The good news for current patients is that a Low THC Oil card that hasn\u2019t expired stays valid until its printed date. If you\u2019re starting fresh, Veriheal connects you with a Georgia physician for an online video evaluation.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This guide walks through what the new law changed, what stayed the same, and what both mean for you, whether you already hold a card or are about to apply.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>What Is Georgia\u2019s Low THC Oil Program, and How Is It Different From Medical Cannabis?<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The old name is gone, but Georgia\u2019s program is still narrower than most. SB 220 replaced \u201clow THC oil\u201d with \u201cmedical cannabis\u201d throughout state law, according to<\/span> <a href=\"https:\/\/norml.org\/blog\/2026\/05\/13\/georgia-expands-patients-access-to-medical-cannabis-products\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">NORML\u2019s report on the signing<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. The Georgia Department of Public Health (DPH) still describes the law as<\/span> <a href=\"https:\/\/dph.georgia.gov\/health-topics\/medical-cannabis\/law-enforcement\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">much more limited than medical cannabis laws in other states<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, intended to protect certified people from criminal prosecution for possessing it. That narrow design shapes several rules:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Physician certification:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> DPH says it\u2019s the only way patients can legally access medical cannabis.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Registered possession:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Only certified patients and caregivers with an active card may legally possess it.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Limited forms:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Smoking and infused foods remain off the table.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><b>What Haleigh\u2019s Hope Act Established: The Original Rules<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Georgia\u2019s program grew in steps, and each law added something. The timeline looked like this:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>2015, the registry:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Haleigh\u2019s Hope Act (HB 1) created the Low THC Oil Registry, which let certified patients possess low THC oil without facing prosecution.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>2019, in-state production:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Georgia\u2019s Hope Act (HB 324) allowed oils with up to 5% THC to be produced and sold within the state, according to the Marijuana Policy Project (MPP).<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>2021, more product forms:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> SB 195 expanded products beyond oils, according to the MPP.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Two limits defined the old system. Products couldn\u2019t exceed 5% THC, and the Georgia DPH described the possession limit as 20 fluid ounces of low THC oil. If a guide you\u2019re reading still treats the 5% cap as current law, it was written before SB 220.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>What SB 220 Changed: The Full Breakdown<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">SB 220 took effect on July 1, 2026, after Governor Kemp signed it on May 12. This table compares the program before and after:<\/span><\/p>\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Rule<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>Before SB 220<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>After SB 220<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Program name<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Low THC Oil Registry<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Georgia Medical Cannabis Patient Registry<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">THC limit<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">5% THC cap on products<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">No potency cap<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Possession<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">20 fluid ounces of low THC oil<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">12,000 mg of THC in total, with up to 1,200 mg per package<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Vaporization<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Not permitted<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Allowed for patients 21 and older<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Conditions<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Several conditions carried severity requirements<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lupus and inflammatory bowel disease added, and severity gates removed for most listed conditions<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Out-of-state patients<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Not covered<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">FOX 5 reports up to 45 days of legal possession with an out-of-state registry card<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The possession limit is a cumulative total across every product you hold, and products must stay in manufacturer-labeled pharmaceutical containers showing their THC amount. DPH\u2019s law enforcement page confirms the labeling rule. The out-of-state row comes from news coverage of the bill\u2019s text, so confirm the details with DPH or the Georgia Access to Medical Cannabis Commission (GMCC) before you travel.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>What Stayed the Same After SB 220<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">SB 220 widened access in a lot of ways, but it didn\u2019t turn Georgia into a state with a broad medical cannabis market. The core structure of the program is the same, and so are several firm limits that patients still need to follow. If you\u2019re comparing the old rules with the new ones, these pieces haven\u2019t changed:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Smoking:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> It\u2019s still illegal, even for registered patients.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Infused foods:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Cookies, candies, and similar products still aren\u2019t allowed.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Public use:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> It\u2019s still prohibited.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Registry:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> DPH still runs it, and a Georgia-licensed physician must still certify you.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Dispensaries:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> The GMCC still licenses them.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><b>Qualifying Conditions Under Georgia\u2019s Updated Program<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">DPH now lists 18 qualifying conditions, and SB 220 added lupus and inflammatory bowel disease. Your physician decides whether you qualify and enters your certification in the registry. You don\u2019t self-certify. The current list:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>ALS:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Alzheimer\u2019s disease<\/b><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Autism spectrum disorder:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Diagnosed at 18 or older, or severe autism when diagnosed under 18.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Cancer:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Any cancer except skin cancer, unless it is metastatic skin cancer.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Epidermolysis bullosa<\/b><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Hospice care:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Inpatient or outpatient.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>HIV:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> When diagnosed as stage III.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Inflammatory bowel disease<\/b><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Intractable pain<\/b><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Lupus<\/b><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Mitochondrial disease<\/b><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Multiple sclerosis<\/b><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Parkinson\u2019s disease<\/b><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Peripheral neuropathy:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> When symptoms are diagnosed as severe.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD):<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> From direct exposure to, or witnessing, a trauma, for patients 18 or older.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Seizure disorders:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Related to epilepsy or trauma-related head injuries.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Sickle cell disease<\/b><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Tourette\u2019s syndrome<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For the current wording of each entry, check<\/span> <a href=\"https:\/\/dph.georgia.gov\/health-topics\/medical-cannabis\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">DPH\u2019s qualifying conditions page<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>How to Get a Registry Card in Georgia<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The sequence matters, because the physician\u2019s certification starts everything. DPH outlines it on its<\/span> <a href=\"https:\/\/dph.georgia.gov\/health-topics\/medical-cannabis\/patients-and-caregivers\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">patients and caregivers page<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">:<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>See a Georgia physician:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> The physician must be fully licensed in Georgia with a principal practice location in the state. Veriheal\u2019s guide on<\/span> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.veriheal.com\/blog\/telemedicine-for-medical-cannabis-legal-in-your-state\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">telemedicine for medical cannabis<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> explains the online route.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Share your history:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Bring a current ID and proof of Georgia residency.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Get certified:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> The physician certifies you and enters you in the registry.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Pay the state fee:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> DPH emails a payment link. Pay the $30 fee plus the $3.75 online service fee within 60 days.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Receive your card:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> It ships by UPS, and someone must sign for it, up to 10 business days after payment.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The card is valid for five years, and DPH says patients also need annual physician certification. The evaluation is a separate cost, and Veriheal keeps it simple with a $199 fee that can be split into interest-free installments. Caregivers can apply for their own cards, at $30 each. For timing, read Veriheal\u2019s guide on<\/span> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.veriheal.com\/blog\/how-long-does-it-take-to-get-a-medical-card\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">how long it takes to get a medical card<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>What Current Cardholders Need to Know About the SB 220 Transition<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you already hold a card, you don\u2019t need to re-register right away. A Low THC Oil card stays valid until its printed expiration date, and your physician keeps recertifying you each year. DPH states that only physician-certified patients and caregivers with an active card are legally allowed to possess medical cannabis, so a lapse leaves you without that protection.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To stay covered, check your card\u2019s expiration date, and ask your physician to update your registry information if anything changes. You can also<\/span> <a href=\"https:\/\/sendss.state.ga.us\/ords\/sendss\/!thc.showstatus\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">check your card status<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> online. DPH\u2019s FAQ doesn\u2019t describe a grace period, so call the Georgia Medical Cannabis Program at (770) 909-2765 before your card expires. For the benefits of keeping an active card, read Veriheal\u2019s guide on the<\/span> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.veriheal.com\/blog\/benefits-of-a-medical-marijuana-card\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">benefits of a medical marijuana card<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>How Georgia\u2019s Dispensary Licensing Structure Affects Product Access<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The GMCC licenses Georgia\u2019s dispensaries, and its<\/span> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.gmcc.ga.gov\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">website<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> lists locations. The program\u2019s first licensees, Trulieve and Botanical Sciences, were vertically integrated, which means they grow, process, and sell their own products, according to Cannabis Business Times. That structure helps explain why menus vary from one location to the next. Independent pharmacies can also dispense, which adds access points outside the dispensary network.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Because products and prices differ, call ahead before you travel, and check the menu for the forms you need.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>Does Federal Law Treat Georgia\u2019s Program Differently Now?<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In one way, yes. State-licensed medical marijuana moved from Schedule I to Schedule III on April 28, 2026, under<\/span> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.federalregister.gov\/d\/2026-08176\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Federal Register rule 2026-08176<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Marijuana outside a state medical license, and outside FDA-approved products, stays in Schedule I. The change doesn\u2019t alter how your card works in Georgia, and it doesn\u2019t make insurance cover cannabis, since the plant itself isn\u2019t an FDA-approved drug. The firearms section below covers the part that matters most to cardholders.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>What Should Georgia Cardholders Ask a Licensed Attorney About Firearms?<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Federal gun rules changed in 2026, but not in a way that settles every cardholder\u2019s question. The Supreme Court\u2019s June 18 ruling in<\/span> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.supremecourt.gov\/opinions\/25pdf\/24-1234_g2bh.pdf\"><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">United States v. Hemani<\/span><\/i><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> unanimously held that prosecuting someone under 18 U.S.C. \u00a7 922(g)(3) based solely on marijuana use was inconsistent with the Second Amendment, and the Court called its decision narrow. The Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) also<\/span> <a href=\"https:\/\/atf.gov\/file\/60211\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">rescinded its 2011 open letter<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, which had told dealers a medical card was grounds to refuse a sale.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Other pieces are unchanged. Section 922(g)(3) remains federal law, ATF Form 4473 is unchanged, and the ATF hasn\u2019t issued replacement guidance, so dealer practices may vary and a false answer still carries real federal risk. A licensed attorney can sort out how that applies to you. Questions worth bringing:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>The form:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> How should I answer the drug-use question on Form 4473?<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>My dealer:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> What if a dealer\u2019s policy differs from the court ruling?<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Timing:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Does the order of getting my card and buying a firearm matter?<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For more detail, read Veriheal\u2019s guide on<\/span> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.veriheal.com\/blog\/mmj-and-gun-rights-can-a-medical-cannabis-patient-own-a-gun\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">medical cannabis patients and gun rights<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>How Can Veriheal Help You Get a Georgia Card?<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Whether your Low THC Oil card is close to expiring or you\u2019re applying for the first time, the physician\u2019s evaluation is the step that keeps your access going. Your physician decides whether certification fits your care, and Veriheal backs the visit with a \u201cget approved or your money back\u201d policy.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To get started,<\/span> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.veriheal.com\/georgia\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">begin your Georgia evaluation with Veriheal<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, or<\/span> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.veriheal.com\/find-a-medical-marijuana-doctor\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">find a medical marijuana doctor<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> online if you\u2019d like to compare your options first.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Note<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: The content on this page is for informational purposes only and is not intended to be professional medical advice. Do not attempt to self-diagnose or prescribe treatment based on the information provided. Always consult a physician before making any decision on the treatment of a medical condition.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Note<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Veriheal does not support illegally consuming therapeutic substances such as cannabis but acknowledges that it transpires because of the current illicit status, which we strive to change by advocating for research, legal access, and responsible consumption. Always consult a physician before attempting alternative therapies.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>Frequently Asked Questions<\/b><\/h2>\n<h3><b>What is the difference between low THC oil and medical cannabis in Georgia?<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Low THC oil was the program\u2019s old name, and medical cannabis is the new one under SB 220. The law also removed the 5% THC cap, set a 12,000 mg possession limit, and allowed vaporization for patients 21 and older. Georgia\u2019s program is still narrower than most states\u2019.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Is my Low THC Oil card still valid?<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A Low THC Oil card that hasn\u2019t expired stays valid until its printed expiration date, so you don\u2019t need to re-register right away. Your physician still recertifies you each year.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Can I vape medical cannabis in Georgia now?<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Georgia now allows patients 21 and older to vaporize medical cannabis, a change that came with SB 220. Vaporizing heats the product without burning it, which differs from smoking, and smoking remains illegal even for registered patients. Ask your dispensary what vaporization products it currently stocks.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>How much THC can I possess in Georgia?<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Patients can possess up to 12,000 mg of THC in total across all products, and each package can hold up to 1,200 mg. Products must stay in manufacturer-labeled pharmaceutical containers showing their THC amount.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Did SB 220 add any qualifying conditions?<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">SB 220 added lupus and inflammatory bowel disease to Georgia\u2019s qualifying conditions, and it removed severity requirements from most listed conditions. Intractable pain already qualified. DPH now lists 18 conditions in all.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Is medical marijuana legal in Georgia?<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Medical cannabis is legal in Georgia for registered patients, within the program\u2019s limits. Recreational cannabis remains illegal. 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