Question 1

Most states have established a .20% limit for blood alcohol content as the required blood alcohol level for proving DUBAL.

Accepted Answer

This statement is false. While some states have a .20% limit for enhanced penalties, the legal limit for drunk driving in every state is .08%.

Question 2

Schedule V drugs have no currently accepted medical use in treatment in the United States, but they have low potential for addiction.

Accepted Answer

Schedule V drugs may have currently accepted medical use in treatment in the United States, but with restrictions due to their low potential for abuse and addiction. Therefore, they are still considered for medical use.

Question 3

Mandatory minimum sentences for drug offenses take into account the type and quantity of drugs in the defendant's possession.

Accepted Answer

Mandatory minimum sentences for drug offenses are determined based on the type and quantity of drugs involved in the offense.

Question 4

Like the standard required for a criminal conviction, the forfeiture of criminal assets is subject to a reasonable doubt standard.

Accepted Answer

The forfeiture of criminal assets typically operates under a "preponderance of the evidence" standard, which is lower than the "beyond a reasonable doubt" standard required for a criminal conviction.

Question 5

The U.S. Supreme Court has the power to restrict gambling across state lines by regulating interstate commerce.

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Question 6

Individuals who participate in drug courts have been found to have lower recidivism rates than individuals who are imprisoned for drug offenses.

Accepted Answer

Research has consistently shown that drug court participants have lower rates of recidivism compared to individuals who are incarcerated for drug offenses. Drug courts focus on addressing the root causes of addiction and providing support through treatment, counseling, and supervision, which has been found to be more effective in reducing future criminal behavior.

Question 7

The majority of Americans favor the legalization of marijuana.

Accepted Answer

According to a variety of polls conducted by organizations such as Gallup, Pew Research Center, and the Marijuana Policy Project, a majority of Americans support the legalization of marijuana.

Question 8

The key requirement for participation in drug courts that use the pretrial approach is that the offender must first plead guilty to a drug offense before entering a drug court program.

Accepted Answer

The key requirement for participation in drug courts that use the pretrial approach is that the offender must be charged with a drug offense and be awaiting trial or sentencing, but they do not have to plead guilty before entering the drug court program.

Question 9

Minors are prohibited from possessing or purchasing alcoholic beverages almost all states.

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Question 10

All states have gradually increased the required blood alcohol level since1960s.

Accepted Answer

All states have gradually decreased the required blood alcohol level since 1960s.

Question 11

Mandatory minimum drug sentence occurs when the state legislature provides judges with little discretion in sentencing and specifies that the offender is to receive a specific sentence.

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Question 12

An individual who is inebriated and causes an accident that results in death will generally be held liable for vehicular manslaughter.

Accepted Answer

This statement is true. When an individual is under the influence of alcohol or drugs and causes an accident that results in someone's death, they can be charged with vehicular manslaughter.

Question 13

The possession of narcotics and the possession of narcotics with the intent to sell are the drug offenses that account for most arrests.

Accepted Answer

According to data from the FBI, the possession of narcotics and the possession of narcotics with the intent to sell are the drug offenses that account for the majority of drug arrests in the United States.

Question 14

In recent years, many states and cities have decriminalized the possession of small amount of marijuana.

Accepted Answer

Many states and cities have indeed decriminalized the possession of small amounts of marijuana, with some even legalizing it for recreational use.

Question 15

Whites and African Americans use marijuana at comparable rates. However, whites are 3.7 times more likely to be arrested than African Americans.

Accepted Answer

African Americans are more likely to be arrested for marijuana use than whites, despite similar usage rates.

Question 16

Oxycodone is a synthetic opioid developed as an anesthetic in surgery and to alleviate severe pain.

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Question 17

There is no federal law that prohibits the possession of syringes.

Accepted Answer

While some states have laws or regulations that restrict the possession of syringes, there is no federal law that does so. In fact, the federal government provides funding for needle exchange programs in order to promote safe syringe use and prevent the spread of infectious diseases.

Question 18

Under a public intoxication law, where is a public place?

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Question 19

What are some of the methods used by the police to determine whether an individual is DUI?

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Question 20

Distinguish the difference between actual possession and constructive possession.

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Quiz 12: Crimes Against Social Order and Morality: Alcohol and Drug Offenses