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Medical Cannabis Background Checks

 

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Background checks are required for individuals who intend to work in many medical cannabis related jobs. Affidavits of background checks must be submitted with license applications.

Required Background Checks

Background checks are required for individuals who:

  • Are applying for a work permit required for employment by a licensed medical cannabis establishment.
  • Have an economic interest in a prospective medical cannabis business entity (as defined by the rules and regulations developed by the MS State Department of Health and MS Department of Revenue).
  • Intend to serve as a registered caregiver to patient participants of the Mississippi Medical Cannabis Program.

Fingerprinting

Fingerprinting is required as part of the background check. Fingerprint cards must be submitted via mail to:

MSDH Fingerprint Unit
143B Lefleur’s Square
Jackson, MS 39211

Affidavits

Submit a notarized affidavit form of your background when you apply for a work permit or business-related license.

Questions and Answers

Last reviewed on Jun 13, 2022
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