Do Drug Test Cleansing Kits Really Work for Marijuana?

Clients ask all the time -- How can I Beat a Drug Test?  I've listed my disclaimer at the bottom of this post, but I wanted to focus mainly on two methods that DO NOT work, since I obviously don't want to see my clients or former clients trying these methods and testing positive for Marijuana (or whatever).

And, just because there is far more information on the Internet than I can provide, I've listed the following links so you can read more about Drug Tests:

1. THC Quick Test for Marijuana 
2.  Real Powdered Urine 
3.  XXTRA CLEAN 
4.  Clear Choice Purifying Shampoo  

*3rd party sites/links. Not affiliated with Us and we have no info on them aside from the links.


Drinking Water to Pass a Drug Test
While this method absolutely worked in the past with urine tests, there has been a huge advance in technology both in the private sectors as well as government crime and testing labs; it's really amazing how sophisticated drug testing methods have become since the 1980s.  Today, drug labs and other testing facilities measure for specific gravity, pH, creatine levels, and temperature.

As an added issue, most courts and probation offices now indicate that a diluted test will be treated as a positive test.  All that means is that they report the diluted test to the Court, who might, if you're on probation, violate you and send you off to jail.  Potential employers may frown upon multiple diluted tests as well.

So obviously water does not work.  Try the following Internet Advertisers for more options:
THC Quick Test for Marijuana
 Real Powdered Urine
 XXTRA CLEAN
 Clear Choice Purifying Shampoo  
*3rd party sites/links. Not affiliated with Us and we have no info on them aside from the links.

Drinking Baking Soda and Water to Pass a Drug Test
Some people feel that drinking a mixture of baking soda and water will give a clean drug test.  Baking Soda is a natural chemical found lakes, mineral deposits, and water.  Most likely, the myth that Baking Soda offers a clean drug test probably came from the superb cleansing properties found in baking soda.  I have never heard of this method working, despite being great for cleaning up spills on the carpet.

So (and this part is my disclaimer), the only tried and true way to test clean is to not use drugs for the time period you're being tested.

What will show up on my Texas Criminal Background Check and History?

The Internet has revolutionized methods by which employers can review potential candidates for a job.   With the simple click of a button, HR departments and employers can see your prior criminal history. In Texas, where jobs are hard to come by as it is, a criminal offense on your background check will most likely put you behind other candidates -- even less qualified ones.  It could even terminate your chances of being hired at all.

So what shows up on your Texas Background check?  The answer is not as simple as you might think.  First, it depends on who is running the background check, and where the information is coming from.

DPS and State Agencies.  DPS is the central storage center for all convictions and arrests in Texas.  Courts forward case information to them, and the, DPS sells the criminal information to third parties, which are typically Online Background Check businesses.  Yup, that's right: DPS is making money from criminal history data.  This database used to include Class C tickets as well, since they are technically (and still quite officially) Misdemeanor criminal offenses.  At the time of this writing, it seems DPS is no longer tracking Class C's, although that information still might be available through some of the other businesses or agencies below.

Internet Background Check sites.  Some possible employers or landlords (or colleges) use specific criminal history and background check companies, the majority of which are online.  One of the most popular is Intelius.com, where basically anyone can sign up and view criminal background history.

So what shows up on your criminal record (or a friend, co worker, etc...)?  The best way to determine that is to run your own check.  Many online sites can do a quick, instant search for just a couple dollars.  There are even sites that offer coupon codes for leading background check companies: for instance, try http://www.criminalbackgrounddetective.com/coupons-codes.php.

Otherwise, you can check with DPS, although they will require fingerprints and payment of close to $30 for the most complete background check.  You can find more information about that background check service at: http://www.lawofficeofrobertkeates.com/criminaldefense/expunge.php.

Expunctions, and Clearing your Record.  The most important reason to check your record is to see what  employers will see, and IF an offense shows up, DO something about it.  Whether your case is eligible for an Expunction, NonDisclosure, or Pardon, there are ways to clear and seal the offense from the public.  for more information, please visit: http://www.lawofficeofrobertkeates.com/expunctions/expunction.php

Medical Marijuana in Texas? Texas Marijuana Stamp Tax Act

Medical Marijuana in Texas currently (as of 2013) does not exist.  Because the Federal Government has no laws that allow for implimentation of a Medical Marijuana statute in the entire US, States have opted to enact their own Medical Marijuana Laws.  However, Texas has none.

It is not a defense to possession of marijuana in texas if you have an out of state medical marijuana prescription or license.  Let me repeat: It is not a defense in Texas if you have a medical marijuana prescription.  While another state may endorse Medical Marijuana, all controlled substances are still technically governed by Federal laws, and as such, there is no right to interstate commerce with Medical Marijuana Rx the way that Driver's Licenses can be used state-to-state while traveling.

Texas Marijuana Stamp tax Act

I believe Fox News ran a segment lately about the Texas Marijuana Stamp Tax Act.  How anyone who is interested in the legalization of marijuana happened to catch the segment on Fox news is beyond me, but people have been constantly calling, asking how to legally get their hands on some taxed, legal marijuana in Texas.  In short, you cannot.

How much are these stamps? Marijuana is listed at $3.50 per gram. What does that mean? It means you've paid a tax on marijuana, a still-listed controlled substance.  In a way, it's a bold admission of possession of Marijuana.  Not only do you intend on (and probably at that time) possess marijuana, but you've gone a step further to pay a State tax on it!  Unfortunatly, paying tax on contraband does not mean it's legal.  So the marijuana you've paid tax upon is still illegal according to the Texas Penal code.  

In fact, the Tax Code itself makes it plain as day that your taxed marijuana is still illegal, by indicating:

"Nothing in this chapter provides a defense or affirmative defense to, exception to, or immunity from prosecution under the penal laws of this state relating to controlled substances, counterfeit substances, simulated controlled substances, or marihuana."

Yes, for some reason Texas statutes and laws still refer to marijuana as "marihuana."

Another interesting question I've been asked: Is your information instantly turned over to law enforcement when you buy a stamp? Answer:  It's a class B misdemeanor for the comptroller to release a buyer's information, but since it appears that possession even with a stamp is still illegal it's difficult to say who has access to the information.

So, our advice:  Don't waste your money to pay taxes on an illegal substance or contraband, since it's still illegal, and don't think that your medical marijuana Rx is valid in any state or area other than the one issuing it to you.

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