A look at how to register for Michigan's medical-marijuana program, which begins accepting applications on Monday:

DOCTOR'S RECOMMENDATION: Patients must have a physician licensed in the state of Michigan review their records and sign a form certifying that the patient would benefit from using marijuana. Minors must have certifications from two doctors.

FORMS: Application forms are available to download from the program's Web site.

FEES: There is a registration fee of $100, or $25 if the patient is enrolled in Medicaid or receiving Supplemental Security Income. Registration must be renewed annually.

THE CARD: Within 20 days, a patient whose application is approved will be issued a card protecting them from arrest for growing, possessing or using marijuana or marijuana paraphernalia.

RESTRICTIONS: There are a number of restrictions on participating patients, including a limit of 12 mature plants and 2.5 ounces of usable marijuana per person.

THE MEDICINE: The Department of Community Health doesn't provide marijuana or give any advice to patients on how to obtain it. Patients can designate a caretaker to grow or otherwise provide their marijuana.

WEB SITE: http://www.michigan.gov/mdch/0,1607,7-132-27417_51869---,00.html

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Source: Michigan Department of Community Health.