Drug Testing

Research has shown that drug testing doesn’t improve workplace safety or productivity, but it’s a great way to discriminate against marijuana smokers, even medical marijuana users. Impairment testing is a better option.

The California Supreme Court has ruled that employers can discriminate against Californians even if their doctor has recommended medical marijuana for them.

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Cal NORML Guide to Interpreting Drug Test Results

Drug Testing Tips (Sorry, Cal NORML does not handle drug testing queries except from NORML members.)

Medical Marijuana Employment Rights Bill Derailed by Business Interests (January 31, 2012)

Student drug testing doesn't deter youths from using drugs, another study finds (Los Angeles Times, 8/17/11)

Employees Should Be Judged By The Quality Of Their Work, Not On The Quality Of Their Urine
April 28th, 2010 By: Paul Armentano, NORML Deputy Director
Workplace urine testing programs are a poor method for identifying employees who are under the influence, and do not significantly reduce job accident rates, according to a study published in the scientific journal Addiction.