### Question
How is the term illegal use of drugs defined?


### Answer
The term **illegal use of drugs** is defined in *42 U.S.C. § 12210* as the following:

> the use of drugs, the possession or distribution of which is unlawful under the Controlled Substances Act [21 U.S.C. 801 et seq.]

#### Citation:
  - *42 U.S.C. § 12210*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 126-EQUAL OPPORTUNITY FOR INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES > SUBCHAPTER IV-MISCELLANEOUS PROVISIONS**

