The recent United States Supreme Court decision regarding drug testing does not end the debate over acceptable procedures and justifications for obtaining a drug free police force. A government's desire to drug test its law enforcement officials may still be judged on a case by case basis. Drug testing programs must be carefully planned to properly balance government interests and individual rights. This article discussed the various approaches taken by state and federal courts faced with the competing concerns of government and the individual.
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