Drug law enforcement Flashcards
What should the officer do if the pharmacist gives the original prescription blank to them?
Make a copy of the original and sign and date the back before leaving it with the pharmacist.
How should pharmacy records, print outs, and signature logs obtained from the pharmacy be handled?
Booked as evidence.
What action should be taken when an attempt is made to pick up the prescription?
Make every effort to apprehend and/or F.I. the suspect(s).
What establishes probable cause in the case of phoned in forged controlled substance prescriptions?
If the officer(s) can ascertain that the person picking up the prescription actually phoned it in.
What should officers do if probable cause cannot be established in a forged controlled substance prescription case?
F.I. the suspect and forward all information to a narcotics detective.
What should investigating officers do when dealing with suspects in prescription forgery cases?
Take the same precautions as with any other drug offense suspect.
What are the instructions for using the BEAST website?
Download the Report Viewer FIRST, use the back button on the BEAST web page, and follow search guidelines.
Why is it recommended to perform searches using only the subject name field on the BEAST website?
The more information there is to match, the more difficult it is for the system to find a match.
What is the purpose of G.O. 1994-01C Drug Law Enforcement?
To establish the department’s drug law enforcement procedures.
According to the policy, who is responsible for enforcing Kentucky Revised Statutes Chapter 218A?
All sworn officers of the Lexington Police Department.
Why are officers prohibited from completing field tests of suspected narcotics?
Due to possible significant officer safety risks involving unknown hazards or chemicals.
Define Controlled Drugs according to the notes.
Legend drugs that are scheduled (e.g., Lortab and Valium).
What is the required label statement for Legend Drugs?
“Caution: Federal Law prohibits dispensing without prescription.”
Give an example of a non-controlled legend drug mentioned in the notes.
Antibiotics
Who is responsible for specialized investigative drug law enforcement strategies according to the procedure?
The Bureau of Investigation (BOI)
What is the preferred method of relaying information about drug activity according to the notes?
Using the Report of Information (ROI) Form #665.
How are officers supposed to report information about drug activity, suspects, and trafficking?
By verbal or written report to the Narcotics Enforcement Unit lieutenant or their designee.
What are officers required to build documentation and continuity of information regarding suspected drug trafficking?
Reporting and forwarding information to the Narcotics Enforcement Unit.
What unit is responsible for the investigation of street-level sales of controlled substances?
Special Investigations Section, Narcotics Enforcement Unit.
What does the Drug Enforcement Administration Task Force represent the department on?
The Federal Task Force for investigating major drug trafficking violations.
What are the responsibilities of the two drug law enforcement units mentioned in the notes?
Obtaining, exchanging, and coordinating information within the department and with other agencies concerning drug suspects and drug trafficking.
Who is responsible for establishing, monitoring, and maintaining the system for computerized maintenance of information about drug activity?
The commander of the Narcotics Enforcement Unit.
What is the purpose of officers applying for on-the-job training in the Narcotics Enforcement Unit?
To provide officers the opportunity to become more familiar with specialized drug enforcement procedures.
Who is responsible for submitting monthly reports to the BOI Special Investigations commander?
Lieutenant of the Narcotics Enforcement Unit
