BRIDGEPORT, Conn. (AP) - A Connecticut man who sued after his application to become a firefighter in the state’s largest city was rejected because he uses medical marijuana will have his day in court.
The Connecticut Post reports that a judge Tuesday rejected a motion from the city of Bridgeport to dismiss the case and scheduled a June 5 trial date.
The city argued the court lacked jurisdiction and that James Bulerin III should appeal to the city Civil Service Commission.
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Bulerin says in his lawsuit he passed all eligibility requirements to become a firefighter, but was denied after he tested positive for marijuana.
His lawyer says Bulerin has a medical marijuana card, and his client’s undisclosed condition does not affect his ability to perform as a firefighter.
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Information from: Connecticut Post, http://www.connpost.com
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