(a) The provisions of § 31-11(e), § 31-12(a)(16), § 31-26, § 31-27, § 31-27.1, § 31-27.2, § 31-27.3, and § 31-27.3.1 shall not apply to those persons who use or possess marihuana or marihuana paraphernalia for medical purposes, under the recommendation and direction of a physician, and who possess written proof of same, and shall not apply to caregivers who possess marihuana or marihuana paraphernalia for delivery to such persons.
(b) CAREGIVER shall be construed to mean such a person or persons who bear substantial responsibilities for meeting the medical needs of a person who possesses or uses marihuana or marihuana paraphernalia under the recommendation and direction of a physician.
(Ord. 3695, passed 2-27-2007)