Joe gave his wife cocaine (a Schedule I drug)as a gift for her birthday.Upon using the cocaine,Joe's wife went into cardiac arrest and died.Joe has never been arrested before.According to the Anti-Drug Abuse Acts of 1986 and 1988,__________.

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DC) The Anti-Drug Abuse Acts of 1986 and 1988 introduced mandatory minimum sentences for drug offenses, including distribution of Schedule I substances like cocaine. The fact that Joe's wife died as a result of using the drug he provided could lead to enhanced penalties, including doubling the penalty under certain circumstances.D) Joe could also be charged with the murder of his wife, as her death was a direct result of his action of giving her cocaine. Depending on the jurisdiction and the specific circumstances, this could be considered a form of homicide, such as manslaughter or even second-degree murder, given the illegal nature of the drug and the foreseeability of harm.

Joe Gave His Wife Cocaine (A Schedule I Drug)as a Gift