CT SB00225

Extends validity period of initial written certifications for medical marijuana from one year to thirteen months, effective October 1, 2018

Subsequent written certifications for medical marijuana remain valid for one year from the date signed by a physician or advanced practice registered nurse

Requires the Department of Consumer Protection to provide qualifying patients an opportunity to self-identify as veterans during the registration process

Patients or primary caregivers must destroy all usable marijuana within ten calendar days after certification expiration or earlier if the patient no longer wishes to possess it

All provisions become effective October 1, 2018