Colorado State Medical Marijuana Laws Versus Federal Law
As an employer, you have the right to deny employment to someone who tests positive for THC, even if they have a medical marijuana (MMJ) card. If you have a Drug-free Workplace Policy in place, you have the opportunity to set the rules for your work place.
Colorado has legalized medical marijuana as well as many other states. In the case of a state law, federal law over-rides state law. Marijuana is still illegal on the federal level. MMJ is not approved or regulated by the FDA. MMJ will never be FDA approved because dosing cannot be regulated and the Surgeon General has already issued warnings on the hazards of smoking.
With This information: What must you know?
1. If you are an Employer you must have a Written Drug Policy
2. If you are a Parent concerned about your teen, a drug test is available
3. Marijuana Drug Testing is easy and accurate.
4. Marijuana can be detected with a simple Urine Analysis
5. Marijuana has the longest detection time, of all the well know Illegal drugs
6. For as little as $25 you can have a Urine drug test, which saves you time, money and liability.
7. Most drug tests we offer are instant, with results in less than 5 minutes
8. If you require a DOT drug test, we will review your drug policy; implement the correct and compliant test and provide a Medical review officer. (MRO)
A recent study in California showed that the 52% of those purchasing MMJ were under 30 years old. That same study revealed that 72% of MMJ card holders are under 40 years old! And, in California, a person only needs to be 18 years old to purchase medical marijuana! Some 18 year olds are still in high school!
In an effort to clear a common misconception, a person does not get a "prescription" for MMJ card. A doctor issues a "recommendation" for MMJ! A prescription cannot be written because MMJ is not FDA approved
Each state is different, but employers do not have to accommodate MMJ card-holding employees under the Disabilities Act. *Have a Written Policy!
Reviewing, writing, or re-writing your Drug-free Workplace Policy and providing Marijuana Drug testing, is a service offered by Conspire! Before You Hire. To schedule a Review or Test, Call Now at (720) 255-2229
The Above Information is intended to be for informational purposes and not an employment attorney Legal Comment.