Definitions Flashcards
Controlled Drug – s2, MODA 1975
Means any substance, preparation, mixture or article specified or described in Schedule 1, Schedule 2 or Schedule 3 of this Act and includes any controlled drug analogue.
Produce
To produce means to bring something into being, or to bring something into existence from its raw materials or elements.
Manufacturing
Manufacturing is the process of synthesis; combining components or processing raw materials to create a new substance.
Supply
This includes distribute, give and sell. To supply means to furnish or provide something that is needed or desired.
Distributing
Relates to the supply of drugs to multiple people.
Giving
Involves handing over or in some other way transferring an item to another person.
Selling
A sale occurs when a quantity or share in a drug is exchanged for some valuable consideration.
Administers
In the context of drug dealing, the appropriate meaning of “administer” is to direct and cause a drug to be taken into the system of another person.
Offers
Express readiness to do something for or on behalf of someone.
Otherwise deals in
The term “otherwise deals” in paragraph (c) is aimed at dealing in a drug by some means other than by distributing, giving or selling it, administering it or offering to supply or administer it. Eg barter or exchange
Equipment
The term “equipment” is not defined by statute, but will include the implements, apparatus and other hardware used in the manufacturing, producing or cultivating process.
Examples – Equipment
Glassware, Condensers, heating mantles, pots, lights, timers, water pump