Controlled Drugs Flashcards

1
Q

What is a drug?

A

Any chemical substance which affects the workings of the mind or body

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2
Q

What are the three types of drug?

A

Depressants
Stimulants
Hallucinogens

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3
Q

What are the tolerance indicators?

A

Tolerance

Dependancy

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4
Q

How are drugs classified?

A

Toxic effect
Misuse
Danger to society

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5
Q

How many offences are there in the Act?

A

5

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6
Q

What are the offences?

A

Possession
Supply
Production

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7
Q

Who carries out a presumptive test?

A

PIROS

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8
Q

What are Class A drugs?

A
Heroin
Methadone
Cocaine
MDMA
LSD
Magic Mushrooms
Injected Amphetamines
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9
Q

What are Class B Drugs?

A

Cannabis/Cannabis Resin
Speed
Dihydrocodeine
Ketamine

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10
Q

What are Class C Drugs

A

Anabolic Steroids

Benzodiazepines (diazepam and valium)

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11
Q

Class A Drug Penalties

A

Possession - 7 years

Possession with intent to supply - life imprisonment

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12
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Class B Drug Penalties

A

Possession - 5 years imprisonment and/or fine

Possession with intent to supply - 14 years imprisonment and/or fine

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13
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Class C Drug Penalties

A

Possession - 2 years imprisonment and/or fine

Possession with intent to supply - 14 years imprisonment and/or fine

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14
Q

How long does a temporary drug order last?

A
Maximum 12 months
Can end sooner if revoked or added to class A, B or C
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