These days, drug use is becoming increasingly common. And as expected, drug testing has become more prevalent as well. With employers, schools, and even athletic organizations implementing such policies, individuals are faced with a difficult choice: should they refuse to take a drug test, or risk failing it and facing the consequences? <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is better to refuse a drug test than to fail it. A failed drug test will typically result in immediate consequences such as termination or legal action, while a refusal may result in similar consequences but may also give the individual the opportunity to explain their reasoning for refusal.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

In this piece, we’ll examine the outcomes of both possibilities and offer advice on what people should think about before choosing.<\/p>\n\n\n

Quick Navigation<\/h2>\n

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• Refusing a Drug Test<\/a>\n\n\n
  • \nFactors to Consider Before Refusing A Drug Test<\/a>\n\n\n
    • \nConsequences<\/a>\n\n<\/li>\n
    • Accuracy of the test<\/a>\n\n<\/li>\n
    • Likelihood of passing the test<\/a>\n\n<\/li>\n
    • Legality of the test<\/a>\n\n<\/li>\n
    • Privacy and rights<\/a>\n\n<\/li>\n
    • Alternative consequences<\/a>\n\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
    • Are There Any Exemptions?<\/a>\n\n\n
      • \nMedical reasons<\/a>\n\n<\/li>\n
      • Religious reasons<\/a>\n\n<\/li>\n
      • Legal reasons<\/a>\n\n<\/li>\n
      • Union agreements<\/a>\n\n<\/li>\n
      • Employer policy<\/a>\n\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
      • Failing a Drug Test<\/a>\n\n<\/li>\n
      • What About Alcohol Test?<\/a>\n<\/li><\/ul>\n\n

        Refusing a Drug Test<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n

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