Additionally, the Defense Department has worked for three years to develop a better drug test, Smith said. DoD has also been working with law enforcement officials to track and identify sources of supply and regions where Ecstasy use is most prevalent. The largest recent increase in use has been in the Northeast. Using Ecstasy violates Article 112-A of the Uniform Code of Military Justice, Smith said. The article outlaws the knowing use of any illegal drug in the military.
Drug users are subject to punitive discharges, prison or both.