N.J. court rules that officers previously terminated for using cannabis off duty can be reinstated

N.J. court rules that officers previously terminated for using cannabis off duty can be reinstated

The court ruled that the Jersey City officers’ terminations violated state law; the officers had admitted to using legally regulated cannabis off duty

New Jersey Court Okays Double Standard, Says Cops Can Use Marijuana and Still Possess Guns

NJ court rules cops can use marijuana off-duty and still possess guns, unlike civilians under federal law.

N.J. Court Reinstates Officers Fired for Off‑Duty Cannabis Use

A New Jersey appellate court ruled that Jersey City police unlawfully fired two officers for legally using cannabis off duty, ordering their reinstatement and return to full police powers.