FILIPIUK v. DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE

  1. March 17, 2026

    Feds Aim To End Suit Over Cannabis Use Questions

    The U.S. Department of Defense has asked a federal judge to toss a challenge brought by a former defense contractor who alleged his constitutional rights were violated when he lost his employment following his refusal to answer questions about his past cannabis use.

  2. June 27, 2025

    DOD's Pot Questions Violate 5th Amendment, Contractor Says

    A former defense contractor who was denied security clearance because he refused to say if he had consumed marijuana during a specific time period is suing the U.S. Department of Defense, alleging it violated his constitutional right against self-incrimination.