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Investigated for a Positive Drug Test While Giving Birth? Tell Us What Happened Next.

Help our team continue their reporting on referrals to law enforcement for alleged drug use during pregnancy by sharing your story.

Get Involved • 02.10.2026

Tens of Thousands of Mothers Were Flagged to Police Over Flawed Drug Tests at Childbirth

The Marshall Project found more than 70,000 cases referred to law enforcement over allegations of substance use during pregnancy — and that’s a significant undercount.

Feature • 02.10.2026

How We Counted Referrals to Police About Substance Use During Pregnancy

New analysis finds the parents of 70,000 newborns were reported to law enforcement over substance use allegations, often based on flawed drug tests.

Feature • 02.10.2026

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