PA Law
Street Risk / Contamination
Legal Substances & Loopholes
Consequences Beyond Jail
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100

What does "DUI" stand for in Pennsylvania?

Driving Under the Influence

100

What is one reason fake pills are especially dangerous to use?

Unknown potency, presence of fentanyl, or wrong substances inside

100

Can companies market “legal highs”?

Often yes — many of these products are unregulated and escape full FDA review.

100

How can a DUI affect your employment?

Loss of job if driving required; difficulty with background checks; loss of trust

100

True or False: It is legal for parents to serve alcohol to teenagers in their own home.

False

200

What is the BAC threshold under Pennsylvania’s “Zero Tolerance” law for under‑21 drivers?

0.02 % BAC

200

Why is xylazine (“tranq”) particularly dangerous when mixed with opioids?

It’s not reversed by naloxone/Narcan, causes heavy sedation and severe wounds

200

What is a common marketing claim for kratom?

That it’s a “safe, natural” alternative to opioids without risks. 

200

How can charges affect housing options?

Some landlords may deny rental applications based on background checks.

200

How does mixing alcohol with benzodiazepines or opioids affect risk?

Greatly increases risk of respiratory depression, overdose, death

300

True or False: Medical marijuana users can drive as long as they feel sober.

False — it's illegal to drive under the influence of marijuana, even with a medical card.

300

What’s one reason a person might overdose even if they’ve used the same drug before?

The batch may be stronger, laced with something new (like fentanyl or xylazine), or not the same substance at all.

300

What can happen if someone buys a legal but unregulated substance and has an adverse reaction?

They may have limited legal recourse, and emergency services may be unfamiliar with the substance.

300

True or False: You must report any DUI or substance-related charge to most professional licensing boards.

True — failure to report can result in additional disciplinary action and potential loss of license.

If you do not yet have your license and fail to report - you can be permanently denied licensure for fraud or dishonesty.

300

Name two mental health issues that can be worsened by substance‑use.

Anxiety, depression, mania, psychosis, worsening of existing psychiatric conditions, etc.

400

What are the three DUI tiers in PA based on BAC levels?

General Impairment (.08–.099)

High Rate (.10–.159)

Highest Rate (.16+)

400

What’s one warning sign that a pill is pressed/counterfeit?

Unusual shape, chalky texture, crumbling edges, or different from a known prescription.

400

How do some companies exploit loopholes to sell psychoactive products legally?

By labeling them as “not for human consumption” or selling them as “herbal incense.”

400

Name three hidden fees/financial consequences of an alcohol or substance related charge that ISN'T the legal costs/fines. 

D&A classes, Safe Driving School, transportation costs (uber/lyft/etc.), increased car insurance, etc.

400

How does Narcan work, and on what substances?

It blocks opioid receptors in the brain to quickly restore normal breathing and consciousness in someone overdosing on opioids like:

  • Heroin

  • Fentanyl and its analogs

  • Morphine

  • Oxycodone (OxyContin, Percocet)

  • Hydrocodone (Vicodin)

  • Codeine

  • Methadone


500

True or False: You can be charged with DUI in PA for being under the influence of prescribed medications.

True — legal prescriptions don’t protect you if you’re impaired.

500

True or False: Marijuana cartridges (vape pens) have been found with synthetic opioids before.

True — especially with street vapes or counterfeit carts.

500

Name one risk of buying substances from smoke shops or gas stations.

Unlabeled ingredients, unknown potency, risk of contamination, unregulated substances

500

Name two freedoms or right that can be limited after a substance or DUI conviction.

Driving privileges, gun ownership (for felonies), travel to some countries.

500

Name three actions to take instead of driving under the influence

Have a designated driver in the group who plans on not drinking

Call an Uber/Lyft/friend/family member

Stay in instead of going out

Walking home/to a friends place (if an option)

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