(a) (1) An institution of higher education, a related medical facility, or an affiliated biomedical research firm may file with the Commission a registration to purchase medical cannabis for the purpose of conducting a bona fide research project relating to the medical uses, properties, or composition of cannabis.
(2) A registration filed under paragraph (1) of this subsection shall include:
(i) The name of the primary researcher;
(ii) The expected duration of the research; and
(iii) The primary objectives of the research.
(3) A registration filed under paragraph (1) of this subsection shall remain valid until there is a change in the research project or a withdrawal of the registration.
(b) An academic research representative may purchase medical cannabis from a licensed dispensary.
(c) An academic research representative may not be penalized or arrested under State law for acquiring, possessing, or dispensing cannabis, products containing cannabis, related supplies, or educational materials for use in a bona fide research project relating to the medical uses, properties, or composition of cannabis.
(d) The Commission may adopt regulations to implement this section.
Structure Maryland Statutes
Title 13 - Miscellaneous Health Care Programs
Subtitle 33 - Natalie M. Laprade Medical Cannabis Commission
Section 13-3301.1 - Legislative Intent
Section 13-3302 - Commission Established; Purpose and Duties
Section 13-3303.1 - Compassionate Use Fund
Section 13-3304 - Certifying Providers
Section 13-3305 - Reports by Commission
Section 13-3305.1 - Individuals Prohibited From Ownership
Section 13-3305.3 - Required Affidavit to Be Submitted With Licensing Application
Section 13-3306 - Licensing Medical Cannabis Growers
Section 13-3307 - Licensed Dispensaries
Section 13-3308 - Dispensary Agents
Section 13-3310 - Processor Agents
Section 13-3311 - Independent Testing Laboratory
Section 13-3312 - Criminal History Check of Applicants
Section 13-3313.1 - Advertising
Section 13-3314 - Construction of Subtitle