What are the consequences if a student tests positive for drugs in a random drug test?
The primary purpose of random drug testing is not to punish students who use drugs but to prevent drug dependence and to help drug-dependent students become drug-free. Students testing positive may require intervention before they become dependent on drugs. Interventions can include follow-up testing, assessment, counseling, and a referral to a drug treatment program to begin the recovery process. However, a student should not face any academically or legally punitive consequences because of a confirmed positive random test.
