Drug Testing

Drug testing credible, researched information.

May 07, 2011 - Norml

When it comes to drug testing, rely only on credible, researched information. Assess your situation the minute you are made aware that you will have to take a drug test, and prepare yourself with the best and most reliable strategy.

The following documents provide important information about drug testing.

Review of Biologic Matrices (Urine, Blood, Hair) as Indicators of Recent or Ongoing Cannabis Use [PDF]

Marijuana Detection Times The Marijuana Detection Window: Determining the Length of Time Cannabinoids Will Remain Detectable in Urine Following Smoking: A Critical Review of Relevant Research and Cannabinoid Detection Guidance for Drug Courts

The ABCs of Marijuana and Drug Testing By Paul Armentano, Heads Magazine

Just Say No Random Student Drug Testing [PDF] Printing instructions: print 1st page; re-insert paper; print 2nd page.

You Are Going Directly to Jail DUID Legislation: What It Means, Who's Behind It, and Strategies to Prevent It Paul Armentano, Senior Policy Analyst, NORML/NORML Foundation

Not Your Parent's Drug Test By Paul Armentano, Alternet.org

A Look at the Historical Legal Basis for Urine Testing NORML Publication

Drug Testing Tips: Dealing With Urinalysis on Short Notice California NORML Publication; Updated March 1997

Back to School - and a Test You Can't Study For ACLU Publication; September 2000

Urinalysis or Uromancy? The Untold Costs of Drug Testing Abuse Dale H. Gieringer, Ph.D.; 1992

Your Analysis is Faulty (How to lie with drug statistics)

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For Employers

NORML's Model Workplace Policy for Off-the-Job Cannabis Use

Implement a more tolerant and enlightened workplace drug policy.