Drug Offences Flashcards
(17 cards)
What are examples of Class A drugs?
- Crack cocaine (Rocks, Freebase)
- Methamphetamine (Crystal Meth)
- Cocaine (Coke, Snow, White, Charlie)
- MDMA (Ecstasy)
- Heroin (Gear, Brown)
- LSD (Acid)
- Magic mushrooms
- Methadone
Class A drugs are considered the most harmful and carry the heaviest penalties for possession and trafficking.
What are examples of Class B drugs?
- Amphetamines (Whizz, Speed)
- Barbiturates
- Cannabis (Weed, Skunk)
- Codeine
- Ketamine
- Methylphenidate (Ritalin)
- Synthetic cannabinoids (for example Spice)
Class B drugs are considered less harmful than Class A drugs but still carry significant legal consequences.
What are examples of Class C drugs?
- Anabolic steroids
- Benzodiazepines (Diazepam)
- Gamma hydroxybutyrate (GHB)
- Gamma-butyrolactone (GBL)
- Piperazines (BZP)
- Khat (a plant that can be chewed)
Class C drugs are considered the least harmful category, but possession and distribution are still illegal.
True or False: Class A drugs are considered the least harmful category of drugs.
False
Class A drugs are considered the most harmful and carry the heaviest penalties.
Fill in the blank: Examples of Class B drugs include _______.
[Amphetamines, Barbiturates, Cannabis, Codeine, Ketamine, Methylphenidate, Synthetic cannabinoids]
These drugs are classified as Class B due to their potential for harm and abuse.
What is a common street name for Methamphetamine?
Crystal Meth
Methamphetamine is a powerful and highly addictive stimulant.
What is a common street name for Cocaine?
Coke, Snow, White, Charlie
Cocaine is a powerful stimulant drug that can lead to severe health issues.
True or False: Cannabis is classified as a Class C drug.
False
Cannabis is classified as a Class B drug.
What is the classification of drugs like Benzodiazepines?
Class C
Benzodiazepines are often prescribed for anxiety and sleep disorders but are also abused.
Fill in the blank: Synthetic cannabinoids are commonly known as _______.
Spice
Synthetic cannabinoids are man-made chemicals that mimic THC, the active ingredient in cannabis.
What are the penalties for Class A drugs?
Up to seven years in prison, an unlimited fine, or both.
What are the penalties for Class B drugs?
Up to five years in prison, an unlimited fine, or both.
What are the penalties for Class C drugs?
Up to two years in prison, an unlimited fine, or both.
What is an example of a Class A drug?
Cocaine (Rocks, Freebase).
What power does a constable have under Section 23(1)?
A constable can enter the premises of a producer or supplier of controlled drugs to inspect books, documents, and stocks related to those drugs.
This primarily relates to pharmacies, allowing police officers to inspect pharmacy records.
What actions can a constable take under Section 23(2)?
A constable may search a person, search a vehicle or vessel, and seize any evidence of an offence if there are reasonable grounds to suspect possession of a controlled drug.
This includes detaining the person for the purpose of searching.
What constitutes an offence under Section 23(4)?
A person commits an offence if they intentionally obstruct a constable, conceal relevant books or drugs, or fail to produce requested documents without reasonable excuse.
The burden of proof for reasonable excuse lies with the person obstructing.
