Illinois § 12.5
Full text of Illinois Illinois Compiled Statutes § 12.5, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 12.5.
Zero tolerance drug policy. Any person employed by the Illinois State Police who tests positive in accordance with established Illinois State Police drug testing procedures for any substance prohibited by the Illinois Controlled Substances Act or the Methamphetamine Control and Community Protection Act shall be discharged from employment. Any person employed by the Illinois State Police who tests positive in accordance with established Illinois State Police drug testing procedures for any substance prohibited by the Cannabis Control Act may be discharged from employment. Refusal to submit to a drug test, ordered in accordance with Illinois State Police procedures, by any person employed by the Illinois State Police shall be construed as a positive test, and the person shall be discharged from employment. The changes made in this Section by this amendatory Act of the 100th General Assembly shall apply to all pending and future incidents under this Section. (Source: P.A. 102-538, eff. 8-20-21.)
Frequently Asked Questions About Illinois § 12.5
What does Illinois Compiled Statutes § 12.5 cover?
Section 12.5 is part of the Illinois Compiled Statutes, the codified statutory law of Illinois. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Illinois § 12.5?
A common citation format is "Illinois Compiled Statutes § 12.5" (Illinois). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of Illinois law?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Illinois official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Illinois attorney.
How does Illinois § 12.5 apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in Illinois can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
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