Probation drug testing varies based on the offense of the individual and the determination of the court. Commonly ordered tests include 5 panel, 10 panel, urine alcohol, or EtG alcohol screenings, which can detect commonly abused street and prescriptions drugs or alcohol.

What does pretrial drug test for?

Pretrial drug testing programs must assess the risk of defendants failing to appear in court or presenting a danger to the community if released, and this assessment involves gathering information about each defendant and then extrapolating risk factors from that information.

What test do courts use for alcohol?

Traditionally, courts request urine and blood tests for alcohol. The urine tests will highlight if alcohol has been consumed in the last 36 hours and, therefore, provide an indication of regular drinking, although not proof.