Drugs, Alcohol and Smoking: North Dakota

Federal law and guidance on this subject should be reviewed together with this section.

Author: Brightmine Editorial Team

Summary

• North Dakota employers may implement drug-free workplace policies and require employees to disclose prescription drugs. See Drugs and Alcohol.
• The North Dakota Compassionate Care Act permits the use of medical marijuana by qualified registered patients with a debilitating medical condition. See Medical Marijuana.
• Employers may implement and enforce policies that prohibit the use, sale, possession, distribution, purchase and cultivation of drugs and alcohol in the workplace. See Drug and Alcohol Policies.
• Employers in North Dakota are not prohibited from drug and alcohol testing of employees and job applicants. See Drug and Alcohol Testing.
• North Dakota prohibits smoking and vaping in all enclosed areas of places of employment and within 20 feet of entrances, exits, windows and ventilation systems of these areas. See Smoking.
• Employers must clearly and conspicuously post "No Smoking" signs. See Postings.
• Employers are not required to have a smoking policy but may implement one that prohibits smoking in the workplace. See Smoking Policies.
• Bismarck has requirements pertaining to smoking. See Local Requirements.