Marijuana Use Employment Rights

Summary

AB-2188 in California generally prohibits pre-employment marijuana testing, but it does not apply to safety-sensitive positions like construction. Having a medical marijuana card does not necessarily protect your job in such roles. Consult a local attorney for specific advice.

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Ive been hired for a six month contract. it wasin july *. I have tested positive for marijuana i have a medical card for the legal use of marijuana since the contract states six month or less does AB-* Apply?
What is your employment location? AB-* applies to California and prohibits pre-employment marijuana testing except for certain jobs.
Dessert center, California.
What is the nature of your job? AB-* doesn't apply to certain safety-sensitive positions.
Construction
As a construction worker in California, AB-* may not apply to you due to safety-sensitive nature of your job. Please consult with a local attorney for precise advice.
Dessert center California
And what about the med card?
And the medical card doesn't protect my job either?