Delaware vs. Maryland medical marijuana card: how they compare
Live near the Delaware–Maryland line? You can only get a card in the state where you live, but here's how the two programs compare.
Side by side
| Delaware | Maryland | |
|---|---|---|
| First visit online | Yes | Yes |
| State fee | $50 (1 year), $75 (2 years), $100 (3 years) | Free registration; optional plastic ID card $25 |
| Card lasts | 1, 2 or 3 years (patient's choice); indefinite for terminal illness | Certification must be renewed with a provider assessment within each 365 days |
| Patient limit | 6 oz per 30 days | The amount in the patient's written certification (standard 30-day supply is 120 g of flower or 36 g of THC) |
| Home grow | Not allowed | Adults 21+ may grow up to 2 plants per household under the adult-use law |
| Recreational | Legal | Legal |
| Listed conditions | Provider's discretion | 8 |
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
- OMC - Medical Marijuana
- OMC - Medical Marijuana Application Process
- OMC - Medical Marijuana Program Updates (HB285, HB425, visiting patients)
- OMC - Frequently Asked Questions
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.