Missouri Drug Testing Law

While Missouri does not have a drug testing statute, employers must meet certain drug testing requirements in order to challenge workers’ and unemployment compensation claims. As well, there are workers’ and unemployment compensation laws in Missouri 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 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

Not mentioned.

Permitted testing circumstances

Not mentioned.

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This information is provided for educational use only and does not give full details on Missouri’s state drug testing laws . Employers wishing to drug test in Missouri 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.