N.J. Admin. Code § 12:17-10.8

Current through Register Vol. 56, No. 21, November 4, 2024

Section 12:17-10.8 - Failing or refusing to take an employer drug test

(a) Where a drug-free workplace and/or drug testing is a prerequisite of employment, an employee who tests positive for illegal drugs on a bona fide drug test of the employer or refuses to provide a test sample for the employer violates a condition of employment. If separated from employment for this reason, the employee shall be disqualified for benefits for misconduct connected with such work.

(b) In order for the disqualification for benefits in (a) above to apply, the employer shall have a written drug test policy which has been conveyed to the employees.

N.J. Admin. Code § 12:17-10.8

Recodified from 12:17-10.9 and amended by 47 N.J.R. 1009(a), effective 5/18/2015.

Amended by 52 N.J.R. 473(a), effective 3/2/2020