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Maine Medical Cannabis Program – Dispensary & Caregiver Licensing (OCP)
Maine OCP administers the separate Medical Cannabis Program, which regulates licensed medical dispensaries, registered caregivers, and other medical cannabis operators; medical program has different license types, fee structures, and requirements from the adult use program; Maine's medical cannabis market predates adult use and has a long-established caregiver network; OCP handles all licensing, compliance, and oversight.
About this program
Visit the program website for full details.
Eligibility
Maine residents seeking to operate as medical cannabis dispensaries, caregivers, or other licensed medical cannabis operators; specific residency, background check, and application requirements apply; no social equity preferences or fee waivers available.
Requirements
- All principals must obtain OCP Individual Identification Cards (IICs)
- Submit criminal history record checks
- Apply through OCP for appropriate medical cannabis license or caregiver registration