Colorado Drug Testing Law
Although the state of Colorado does not have a general drug testing law, the city of Boulder has a drug testing ordinance that contains several restrictive elements. Employers in Boulder should consult the city’s ordinance. As well, there are workers’ and unemployment compensation laws in Colorado that contain their own drug testing requirements. Employers are not required to comply unless they wish to deny workers’ or unemployment compensation claims. Note: This is only a summary and does not include specifics.
Law types(s)
Unemployment compensation law, city ordinance, and workers’ compensation law.
Legal status of cannabis
Medical and recreational cannabis are legal.
Legal status of instant/POCT/rapid testing
Not mentioned.
Permitted drug testing specimens
Not mentioned.
Permitted testing circumstances
Not mentioned.
Employers in Boulder must comply with the city ordinance.
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This information is provided for educational use only and does not give full details on Colorado’s state drug testing laws . Employers wishing to drug test in Colorado should consult applicable laws in their entirety prior to creating a drug-free workplace program. Reader retains full responsibility for the use of the information contained herein.
