OPRA & Common-Law Request — Records on “8-Drug Panel” and Marijuana Testing (2021–Present)
Dear Custodian of Records,
Pursuant to the Open Public Records Act (N.J.S.A. 47:1A-1 et seq.), and additionally under the Common Law Right of Access [please make a determination on both], The Team @ FratLawzOPRA respectfully requests access to the following records.
This request is directed to the Office of the Attorney General (OAG). Please note this request seeks not only records created by OAG, but also any responsive records received from another agency in the course of official duties that remain in your custody.
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Context
This request relates specifically to the Forensic Urine Drug Testing Custody and Submission Form (FUDT CSF v230301). That form includes an “8-Drug Panel” test option and a separate checkbox for Marijuana/Cannabis. I seek records that explain what the “8-Drug Panel” consists of, and when marijuana/cannabis is included in testing.
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Records Requested
1. Attorney General Policy / Directives (2021–Present, Still in Effect)
• The Attorney General’s Law Enforcement Drug Testing Policy (all versions issued 2021–present that remain operative).
• Any Attorney General directives, notices, bulletins, supplements, FAQs, or guidance documents (2021–present, still operative) that define the substances in the “8-Drug Panel” or explain when marijuana/cannabis is included or excluded in testing.
2. OAG-Issued Guidance (2021–Present, Still in Effect)
• Any policies, memoranda, training materials, or internal guidance issued directly by OAG to DCJ, PTC, OCSME, or law-enforcement agencies concerning the “8-Drug Panel” or marijuana/cannabis testing.
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Clarification in Lieu of Documents
OAG is aware that OPRA does not itself provide for questions. However, in prior matters, OAG has, in the interest of transparency, provided clarification or direct answers where certain records could not be released, or where answering served as a functional substitute for producing documents.
Accordingly, if responsive records cannot be provided in full, this request may also be satisfied by answering the following:
1. Whether the State of New Jersey, through the Department of Law and Public Safety, requires all law-enforcement officers and applicants (including entry-level, lateral, or otherwise) to be tested for marijuana/cannabis, and if a positive result mandates termination or disqualification from law enforcement employment; and
2. Whether marijuana/cannabis is included in the “8-Drug Panel” option shown on the FUDT CSF v230301, or, in the alternative, which substances make up the “8-Drug Panel” when used for law-enforcement testing.
Any such response will be treated as responsive to this request.
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Scope Notes
• Limited to general policies, directives, and guidance — not personal testing results, health information, or individual personnel files.
• If no responsive records exist, please provide a certification of non-existence.
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Production
Please provide responsive records electronically (PDF/email). If withheld, state the specific OPRA exemption(s) and provide a redaction index.
Respectfully,
The Team @ FratLawzOPRA
[email address]
Good afternoon,
Please be advised that the Office of the Attorney General has not
completed processing your records request. At this time, an extension to
October 6, 2025 is needed. Thank you.
Law & Public Safety – OAG Custodian of Records
Richard J. Hughes Justice Complex
25 Market Street, P.O. Box 081
Trenton, N.J. 08625
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Good afternoon,
Please be advised that the Office of the Attorney General has not
completed processing your records request. At this time, an extension to
October 15, 2025 is needed. Thank you.
Law & Public Safety – OAG Custodian of Records
Richard J. Hughes Justice Complex
25 Market Street, P.O. Box 081
Trenton, N.J. 08625
CONFIDENTIALITY NOTICE The information contained in this communication
from the Office of the New Jersey Attorney General is privileged and
confidential and is intended for the sole use of the persons or entities
who are the addressees. If you are not an intended recipient of this
e-mail, the dissemination, distribution, copying or use of the information
it contains is strictly prohibited. If you have received this
communication in error, please immediately contact the Office of the
Attorney General at (609) 292-4925 to arrange for the return of this
information.
Please be advised that the Office of the Attorney General has not
completed processing your records request. At this time, an extension to
October 24, 2025 is needed. Thank you
Law & Public Safety – OAG Custodian of Records
Richard J. Hughes Justice Complex
25 Market Street, P.O. Box 081
Trenton, N.J. 08625
CONFIDENTIALITY NOTICE The information contained in this communication
from the Office of the New Jersey Attorney General is privileged and
confidential and is intended for the sole use of the persons or entities
who are the addressees. If you are not an intended recipient of this
e-mail, the dissemination, distribution, copying or use of the information
it contains is strictly prohibited. If you have received this
communication in error, please immediately contact the Office of the
Attorney General at (609) 292-4925 to arrange for the return of this
information.
Good afternoon,
Please be advised that the Office of the Attorney General has not
completed processing your records request. At this time, an extension to
October 24, 2025 is needed. Thank you.
Law & Public Safety – OAG Custodian of Records
Richard J. Hughes Justice Complex
25 Market Street, P.O. Box 081
Trenton, N.J. 08625
CONFIDENTIALITY NOTICE The information contained in this communication
from the Office of the New Jersey Attorney General is privileged and
confidential and is intended for the sole use of the persons or entities
who are the addressees. If you are not an intended recipient of this
e-mail, the dissemination, distribution, copying or use of the information
it contains is strictly prohibited. If you have received this
communication in error, please immediately contact the Office of the
Attorney General at (609) 292-4925 to arrange for the return of this
information.
Please see attached.
Law & Public Safety – OAG Custodian of Records
Richard J. Hughes Justice Complex
25 Market Street, P.O. Box 081
Trenton, N.J. 08625
CONFIDENTIALITY NOTICE The information contained in this communication
from the Office of the New Jersey Attorney General is privileged and
confidential and is intended for the sole use of the persons or entities
who are the addressees. If you are not an intended recipient of this
e-mail, the dissemination, distribution, copying or use of the information
it contains is strictly prohibited. If you have received this
communication in error, please immediately contact the Office of the
Attorney General at (609) 292-4925 to arrange for the return of this
information.