Misuse of Drugs Flashcards
List 3 class A Drugs?
- Crack cocaine
- Methamphetamine
- Cocaine
- MDMA - Methylenedioxymethamphetamine
- Heroin
- LSD
- Magic Mushrooms
- Methadone
List 3 class B Drugs?
Amphetamines Barbiturates Cannabis Codeine Ketamine Methylphenidate Synthetic Cannabinoids
List 3 class B Drugs?
Anabolic steroids Benzodiazepines Gamma Hydroxybutyrate (GHB) Gamma Butyrolactone (GBL) Piperazines (BZP) Khat
Define CONTROLLED DRUGS?
Substances that are illegal to possess, produce and/or supply under the Misuse of Drugs Act 1971 without lawful authority.
What search power can you use to search a person for controlled drugs?
S.23 (2) Misuse of Drug Act
Which section covers Possession of controlled drugs?
Section 5(2) Misuse of Drugs Act 1971
Which section covers Possession with Intent to Supply?
Section 5(3) Misuse of Drugs Act 1971
Which section covers Supply and Concerne to Supply?
Section 4 (3) Misuse of Drug Act 1971
What are the three points to prove for Possession of controlled drugs?
- The accused has the substance in their possession.
- The accused knows they have the substance in their possession.
- The substance is a controlled drug.
Who has lawful authority to be in possession of controlled drugs? (In certain circumstances)
- Chemists
- Doctors
- Other medical personnel
- Forensic staff
- Patients with prescribed drugs
- Police
List 3 Evidence who could suggest Intent to Supply?
- Drug
- Behaviour
- Packaging
- Cash
- Phone
- Bank Account Evidence
- Evidence of Lifestyle
- Weapon
- Dealer Cards
- Scale
- Tick-list
Aggravating factors for the supply of drugs?
Section 4 (A) Misuse of Drug Act 1971
- The offence was committed on or in the vicinity of school premises at a ‘relevant time’.
- An under 18-year-old was used as a courier in the commission of the offence.
