California legal term
Qualified patient in California Criminal Law
Current through 2026 California legislative session
In California criminal law, “Qualified patient” is a term defined by statute rather than by its everyday meaning. Its statutory definition — quoted verbatim below — controls how the term is applied throughout the California criminal code.
What does “Qualified patient” mean in California criminal law?
“Qualified patient” means a person who is entitled to the protections of Section 11362.5, but who does not have an identification card issued pursuant to this article. (Cal. Health & Safety Code § 11362.7)
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