Chapter 3 Problems In Society Flashcards
Substance abuse occurs when the person can no longer function normally without regularly consuming drugs or alcohol
False
Individuals should not expect the government to protect them from harm
False
It is a crime to sell and give away drugs
True
Bartenders may be held liable for injuries caused by an intoxicated customer
True
If police find drugs in the car in which you are riding, you can be charged with possession only if you knew the drugs were there
False
Parents rights to custody of their children may be taken away
True
Parents whose children are guilty of vandalism are not required to pay for the damage done by their children
False
Being issued a license it drive is considered a right
False
A delinquent child is a minor who has committed an act that would not be a crime if committed by an adult
False
Full protection of the constitution must be extended to everyone regardless of age
True
The most commonly abused drug in the U.S. Is
Alcohol
The doctrine that give federal and state governments the right to regulate the health, safety, welfare, and morals of the people is the doctrine of
Public policy
The use of drugs and alcohol to an excessive extent is called
Substance abuse
Under the laws of many states, hosts is special events are criminally responsible for serving alcohol to guests who are
Minors
A la that classifies drugs into groups, with set penalties for each group, is the
Federal controlled substance act
Laws that prohibit physical violence directed at any family member are called
Domestic violence laws
Willful or malicious damage to property is called
Vandalism
The act of stealing goods from a store is known as
Shoplifting
In most states, young people who break traffic laws are punished as
Adults
Before 1967, the courts did not recognize that minors and adults are entitled to the same
Due process rights
Chemicals that alter the functions of the mind or body are known as
Drugs
When a person can no longer function normally without regular use of drugs or alcohol they are suffering from
Addiction
If damage is extensive vandalism may be considered a
Felony
In most cases of ____ the wife is victimized by the violent outbursts of the husband
Spouse abuse