Drug Definitions

Question 1

Definition of Interpretation

Answer 1

in relation to any goods means the arrival of goods into NZ in any manner, whether lawfully or unlawfully from outside of NZ

Question 2

Methods that importers will utilise:

Answer 2

1. Have drugs concealed in or on their person, or in their luggage
2. Have another person (a mule) bring the drugs in for them.
3. send or have drugs sent by international mail or courier.
4. Conceal drugs inside legitimate goods, for example within shopping containers.

Question 3

Mens Rea of importing

Answer 3

Crown must prove the following:

1. Knew about the importation
2. Knew the imported substance was a controlled drug AND
3. intended to cause the importation

Question 4

Name three class A drugs

Answer 4

Cocaine
Herion
LSD
Methamphetamine

Question 5

Name three Class B Drugs

Answer 5

Amphetamine
GHB
MDMA
Morphine
Opium

Question 6

Name three Class C Drugs

Answer 6

Cannabis Plant
Cannabis Seeds
Benzylpiperazine (BZP)
Controlled drugs

Question 7

Definition of Producing

Answer 7

Means to bring into being, or to bring something into existence from its raw materials

Question 8

Definition of Manufacturing

Answer 8

is the process of synthesis, combining components or processing raw materials to create a new substance