Spencer Gaines

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Spencer Gaines is a Master Sergeant in the United States Air Force.[1]

In 1997 he failed a urine test which showed the residue of cannabis. Gaines, a bodybuilder, used the successful defense was that the urine test was triggered by the use of a dietary supplement that contained hemp oil. Gaines is notable because his successful defense helped change the US military's drug-testing procedures.

Gaines was defended by Charles Gittins, an officer in the United States Marine Corps Reserve, who defends many American service members in his civilian practice.[2]

References

  1. Scarborough Rowan (December 31, 1997). "Health drink challenges military drug-testing program". Washington Times. http://www.highbeam.com/doc/1G1-56772210.html. Retrieved 2007-08-11. 
  2. "Officials Involved In Workplace Drug Testing Get A Chilling Reminder Of The Hazards Of False Readings". The Marijuana News. January 26, 1998. http://www.marijuananews.com/marijuananews/cowan/officials_involved_in_workplace_.htm. Retrieved 2007-08-11. 

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