Colorado vs. Utah medical marijuana card: how they compare
Live near the Colorado–Utah line? You can only get a card in the state where you live, but here's how the two programs compare.
Side by side
| Colorado | Utah | |
|---|---|---|
| First visit online | In person first | In person first |
| State fee | $52 | $15 |
| Card lasts | 1 year (60 days to 1 year for some disabling conditions) | 1 year (provider may set a shorter period) |
| Patient limit | 2 ounces of usable marijuana (more if the provider documents medical need) | A 30-day supply per provider dosing guidance, never more than 113 g of unprocessed flower and 20 g of total THC in other forms |
| Home grow | 6 plants (3 mature), or more if the provider recommends an extended plant count; local rules may limit cultivation | Not allowed |
| Recreational | Legal | Not legal |
| Listed conditions | 10 | 15 |
Residency is what matters
Both programs are for residents. Moving across the line means applying again in your new state — and you can't carry cannabis between them.
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Sources
- CDPHE - Medical Marijuana Registry
- CDPHE - How to apply for a Colorado medical marijuana card
- CDPHE - Medical Marijuana Registry FAQ
- CDPHE - Medical Marijuana Registry Providers
- CDPHE - Medical Marijuana Registry Caregivers
- Colorado Legislative Council - Medical Marijuana: Colorado Law Summary
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.