Compilation of Rules and Regulations of the State of Georgia Department 351 - GEORGIA ACCESS TO MEDICAL CANNABIS COMMISSION
The Georgia Access to Medical Cannabis Commission (GMCC), established under O.C.G.A. § 16‑12‑202, regulates the state's medical cannabis program. Its rules are codified in Department 351 of the Georgia Administrative Code. The GMCC's rules were adopted on March 16, 2023, and became effective on April 5, 2023. Subsequent amendments were filed on November 9, 2023, with an effective date of November 29, 2023 .(rules.sos.ga.gov, rules.sos.ga.gov)
📘 Overview of GMCC Rules
The GMCC's rules are organized into the following chapters:
Chapter 351-1: Organization
Outlines the GMCC's structure, including its composition, meeting procedures, and the process for issuing declaratory rulings.
Chapter 351-2: Definitions
Provides definitions for key terms such as "Commission," "Complainant," "Concentrate," "Contaminant," "Contractor," "Corrective action plan," "Cultivation space," "Dispensary," and "Low-THC Oil Patient Registry," among others.
Chapter 351-3: Applications
Details the application processes for various licenses, including dispensing licenses, and specifies the required information and documentation for each application.
Chapter 351-4: Class 1 and Class 2 Production Licensees
Sets forth the requirements and responsibilities for production licensees, including notification procedures for citations, fines, and legal proceedings, as well as employee policies and security system maintenance.
Chapter 351-5: Seed-to-Sale Tracking
Establishes protocols for tracking the production and distribution of cannabis products, including procedures for loss of access to the tracking system and inventory audits.
Chapter 351-6: Dispensing Licensees
Outlines the requirements for dispensing licensees, including inspection procedures, record-keeping, and compliance with security and operational standards.
Chapter 351-7: Independent Laboratories
Specifies the qualifications and responsibilities of independent laboratories involved in testing cannabis products, including proficiency testing and certification requirements.
Chapter 351-8: Enforcement
Details the enforcement mechanisms for ensuring compliance with GMCC rules, including inspection protocols, corrective action plans, and penalties for violations.
📥 Accessing the Full Text
You can access the complete and up-to-date rules for the Georgia Access to Medical Cannabis Commission through the Georgia Secretary of State’s website:
👉 Download the full PDF of Department 351 rules (2025 edition)
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