Section 246-71-040. Requirements for recognition cards.

(1) An endorsed outlet must have the following equipment readily available and maintained in good working order:

(a) A computer with internet access and capability of running a supported version of a common web browser;

(b) A digital camera with at least 10 megapixel resolution;

(c) A standard color printer able to print at least 300 dots per inch;

(d) A laminator; and

(e) A solid white backdrop to use as the background for each picture.

(2) When issuing a recognition card to a qualifying patient or designated provider, an endorsed outlet must comply with the following requirements:

(a) Only a consultant employed by the endorsed outlet is allowed to print and create a card;

(b) The consultant shall take a picture of the face of the patient or designated provider at the same time they are entered into the data base following the process specified by the department;

(c) The consultant shall create, print and laminate the card, and issue it to the patient or designated provider following the process specified by the department; and

(d) The consultant shall return the authorization to the patient or designated provider. The endorsed outlet shall not retain a copy of the authorization.

(3) The data base vendor shall ensure recognition cards contain the following:

(a) A randomly generated and unique identification number;

(b) The name of the patient or designated provider;

(c) For designated providers, the unique identification number of the patient they are assisting;

(d) A photograph of the patient or designated provider;

(e) The amounts of marijuana concentrates, usable marijuana, or marijuana-infused products the patient or designated provider is authorized to purchase or obtain at an endorsed outlet;

(f) The number of plants the patient or designated provider is authorized to grow;

(g) The effective date and expiration date of the card;

(h) The name of the health care professional who issued the authorization; and

(i) Additional security features required by the department to ensure the validity of the card.

[Statutory Authority: RCW 69.51A.230. WSR 16-11-086, § 246-71-040, filed 5/17/16, effective 6/17/16.]

RCW 69.51A.230. WSR 16-11-086, § 246-71-040, filed 5/17/16, effective 6/17/16.