Does autism spectrum disorder qualify in North Dakota?
Yes. The North Dakota Medical Marijuana Program lists Autism spectrum disorder as a qualifying condition. A North Dakota-licensed provider still has to evaluate you and agree that cannabis is appropriate.
About autism spectrum disorder
A developmental condition; some patients have severe irritability, aggression or self-injury.
Limited evidence. Small studies of CBD-rich products report less irritability and better sleep in some children, but controlled trials are few.
Symptoms North Dakota patients most often hope to ease:
- Severe irritability, aggression or self-injury
- Trouble falling or staying asleep
- Anxiety and sensory overload
- Repetitive behaviors that interfere with daily life
- Seizures, which are more common in autism
Before you start. CBD can raise blood levels of some seizure medicines, especially clobazam, and can raise liver enzymes when taken with valproate. Cannabis can add to sleepiness from antipsychotics such as risperidone or aripiprazole and from other sedating medicines.
Read more: medical marijuana for autism spectrum disorder.
How to get certified in North Dakota
- Make sure you have a qualifying condition and an ongoing treatment relationship with a North Dakota physician, PA or APRN.
- Create an account on the Medical Marijuana Registration Portal (mmregistration.health.nd.gov) and verify your email.
- Fill out the patient application with your North Dakota address, a photo for your card and a copy of your North Dakota ID.
- Enter your provider's name and email address correctly; the provider completes the written certification online.
- Name up to five caregivers if needed, then sign the attestation and pay the $40 fee online or by mail.
- Allow 2-4 weeks for processing, then buy from a registered North Dakota dispensary.
North Dakota requires your first certification visit in person. Renewals can usually be done online.
Costs and timeline
- State fee: $40 (No fee for hospice patients; fee may be waived for minors whose parent/guardian is their caregiver and lives with them)
- Card lasts: 2 years
- Processing: 2-4 weeks after a complete application, payment and provider certification
- Patient limit: 3 oz of dried flower (7.5 oz with an enhanced amount) and 500 mg of THC in edibles at any time
- Home grow: Not allowed
- Recreational sales: Not legal
- First visit online: No — in person first
See the full North Dakota cost breakdown and North Dakota program overview.
Other qualifying conditions in North Dakota
- ALS (Lou Gehrig's disease)
- Alzheimer's disease
- Anorexia & appetite loss
- Anxiety
- Arthritis
- Cachexia & wasting syndrome
- Cancer
- Chronic back pain
- Chronic pain
- Cirrhosis
- Crohn's & IBD
- Degenerative disc disease
- Ehlers-Danlos syndrome
- Endometriosis
See every qualifying condition in North Dakota
Autism spectrum disorder in nearby states
- Autism spectrum disorder in Minnesota
- Autism spectrum disorder in South Dakota
- Autism spectrum disorder in Montana
Frequently asked questions
Do I need medical records for autism spectrum disorder?
Helpful records include: a diagnostic evaluation or letter confirming autism spectrum disorder from a developmental pediatrician, psychologist or psychiatrist; a full list of current medicines and supplements, including any seizure medicines or antipsychotics; notes from therapists or teachers describing the behaviors, sleep or anxiety you want to address. Many patients are still evaluated on their history alone, and your North Dakota provider will tell you if more is needed.
How long does certification take in North Dakota?
The provider visit takes about 15 minutes. 2-4 weeks after a complete application, payment and provider certification.
Can I renew online in North Dakota?
In most cases, yes. Patients and caregivers can renew through the online portal up to 45 days before the card expires. Renewal requires a new written certification from the provider.
Sources
- Medical Marijuana - ND Department of Health and Human Services
- Adult Patient Application Instructions (3/2026, ND HHS PDF)
- Patient Application FAQs (8/2025, ND HHS PDF)
- NDCC Chapter 19-24.1 Medical Marijuana (ND Legislative Branch PDF)
- National Academies — The Health Effects of Cannabis and Cannabinoids (2017)
This guide is general information, not medical or legal advice. Laws change — confirm details with your state agency. State facts last checked October 7, 2026.