Frequently asked questions Can I be/have a caregiver for a medical marijuana patient in California? Yes, medical marijuana patients in California can have a caregiver. You qualify as a primary caregiver under California marijuana law if: You have been designated for that purpose by a legal medical marijuana user You are consistently responsible for that person’s housing, health, and/or safety The care you provide is independent of assistance you give the person in taking medical marijuana You began taking care of the person at or before the time you assumed responsibility for assisting with medical marijuana. Primary caregivers are covered under the California Compassionate Use Act (“CUA”) To apply as a caregiver, follow this process: Completed an MMIC application Provide a copy of medical records, including the patient’s physician’s recommendation for medical marijuana Pay MMIC application fee In order to receive a medical marijuana identification card (MMIC), patients and caregivers must apply in person through their appointed county office and provide the following documents: Photo identification for both parties Proof of residence, such as a utility bill, for both parties