Massachusetts
Drug Testing Law
Massachusetts does not have a drug testing statute, though there have been landmark legal decisions that have shaped how drug testing can be conducted. The state’s narrow privacy law also impacts workplace drug testing. Note: This is only a summary and does not include specifics.
Law types(s)
Case law, unemployment compensation law, and workers’ compensation law.
Legal status of cannabis
Medical and recreational cannabis are permitted.
Legal status of instant/POCT/rapid testing
Not mentioned.
Permitted drug testing specimens
Urine is permitted.
Permitted testing circumstances
Random testing is permitted under certain circumstances.
It is highly recommended that employers comply with all applicable case law.
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This information is provided for educational use only and does not give full details on Massachusetts’ state drug testing laws . Employers wishing to drug test in Massachusetts 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.
