Department of Health’s Emergency Rule 64ER23-2
Effective June 12, 2023, as outlined in section 381.986(6)(b)6., Florida Statutes, and the Department of Health’s Emergency Rule 64ER23-2, individuals who are not considered close relatives and are applying for a caregiver Medical Marijuana Use Registry (MMUR) identification card are required to undergo a level 2 background screening.
This requirement is in accordance with section 381.986(9), Florida Statutes, and must be completed through a Livescan Service Provider.
According to section 381.986(1)(c), Florida Statutes, a “close relative” is defined as a spouse, parent, sibling, grandparent, child, or grandchild, regardless of whether the relationship is through blood, marriage, or adoption.
How It Impacts New Medical Marijuana Caregivers (Initial Application)
| Close Relatives | Non-Close Relatives |
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| Complete and submit the Close Relative Acknowledgment Form (CRAF) to the OMMU. The CRAF can be submitted via the MMUR, email at MMUR_Applications@FLHealth.gov, or mail to P.O. Box 7618, Tallahassee, FL 32314, for review and approval. |
Complete and submit the Caregiver Background Screening Acknowledgment and Information form to the OMMU via email at MMUR_Applications@FLHealth.gov. *Please note, background screening results cannot be reviewed by the OMMU until the completed Caregiver Background Screening Acknowledgment and Information is received. |
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Once approved, the caregiver applicant will receive an email from the OMMU informing them that they may now apply for a caregiver MMUR identification (ID) card. *For more information on applying for a caregiver MMUR ID card, visit the OMMU’s website at KnowTheFactsMMJ.com/patients/cards. |
Submit a full set of fingerprints to a Livescan Service Provider. At the time of submission, give to the Livescan Service Provider the ORI number FL924890Z (DOH – OFFICE OF MEDICAL MARIJUANA USE), ATTN: Caregiver. |
| Upon successful passing of the background screening pursuant to section 381.986(9), Florida Statutes, the caregiver applicant will receive an email from the OMMU informing them that they may now apply for a caregiver MMUR ID card. |
“close relative” is defined as a spouse, parent, sibling, grandparent, child, or grandchild, regardless of whether the relationship is through blood, marriage, or adoption.
How It Impacts Current Medical Marijuana Caregivers (Renewal Application)
| Close Relatives | Non-Close Relatives |
|---|---|
| Before renewing your caregiver MMUR ID card, complete and submit the Close Relative Acknowledgment Form (CRAF) to the OMMU. The CRAF can be submitted via the MMUR, email at MMUR_Applications@FLHealth.gov, or mail to P.O. Box 7618, Tallahassee, FL 32314, for review and approval. |
Before renewing your caregiver MMUR ID card, complete and submit the Caregiver Background Screening Acknowledgment and Information form to the OMMU via email at MMUR_Applications@FLHealth.gov. *Please note background screening results cannot be reviewed by the OMMU until the completed Caregiver Background Screening Acknowledgment and Information is received. |
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Once approved, the caregiver applicant will receive an email from the OMMU informing them that they may now submit a renewal application for a caregiver MMUR ID card. *For more information on renewing a caregiver MMUR ID card, visit the OMMU’s website at KnowTheFactsMMJ.com/patients/cards. |
Submit a full set of fingerprints to a Livescan Service Provider. At the time of submission, give to the Livescan Service Provider the ORI number FL924890Z (DOH – OFFICE OF MEDICAL MARIJUANA USE), ATTN: Caregiver. |
| Upon successful passing of the background screening pursuant to section 381.986(9), Florida Statutes, the caregiver applicant will receive an email from the OMMU informing them that they may now submit a renewal application for a caregiver MMUR identification card. |
The fingerprints of all medical marijuana caregivers required to undergo the level 2 background screening will be stored in the Applicant Fingerprint Retention and Notification Program (AFRNP). Participation in the AFRNP requires an annual fee of $6.00, which caregivers are responsible for paying. The first year of participation is fee-free. The Office of Medical Marijuana Use (OMMU) will provide caregivers with a notification at least 30 calendar days before the annual retention fee is due.
Please be aware that non-close relative medical marijuana caregiver applications may have a longer review and approval process compared to close relative caregiver applications.
For more detailed information about caregivers and the background screening process, please click here. If you have any questions or need further assistance, please feel free to contact the OMMU at 850-245-4657.
Local Livescan Service Providers
Livescan Service Providers are businesses that use a device that electronically takes your fingerprints and other information. The Livescan Service Provider then uploads that information to the Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE), who in turn sends them to the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) for a fingerprint background check.
Goin’ Postal Jacksonville
(904) 998-9600
IdentoGO by IDEMIA
(844) 321-2124
Florida Fingerprinting Pros
(904) 770-1868
BioMetric Impressions Corp.
(833) 424-6467
Anything Notary LLC
(904) 870-2174
Next Level Notary and Fingerprinting
(904) 580-2612
First Coast Live Scan
(904) 778-5547
All Clear Employee Screening
(904) 482-1305
Florida Fingerprinting Pros – Kobican
(904) 770-1868
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