Probable Cause and Drug Paraphernalia
You establish elements of probable cause based on?
observation of behavior and physical signs and symptoms
What does PC 647(f) make illegal?
It makes it illegal to be drunk or high in public without being able to take care of yourself.
What are the three strategies law enforcement uses to limit the illegal use and distribution of controlled substances?
Enforcement methods
Prevention and education techniques
Effective intervention programs
True or False: Transporting or distributing controlled substances in California without a valid prescription is a crime under the Health and Safety Code.
True
Under Health and Safety Code ______, loitering in public areas, especially high-crime neighborhoods, with the intent to use or sell controlled substances involves behaviors like acting as a lookout and discreetly transferring items for cash.
11532
What are the signs of drug usage?
Hyperactivity
Paranoia
Blank stare
Profuse sweating
Who can you be released to if arrested under PC 647(f)?
You can be released to a family member, depending on the agency.
What does the term "wobblers" mean?
the crime can be charged as either misdemeanors or felonies
Distribution of substances like heroin and cocaine is classified as a?
felony
What Health and Safety Code makes it unlawful to be in places where controlled substances are used?
11365
What are the symptoms of drug usage?
Slurring
Dry mouth
Pupil size
Pulse rate
What is illegal under the Health & Safety Code regarding drug use?
It is illegal to be under the influence of drugs like meth, cocaine, or heroin without a medical prescription.
What Health and Safety Code section is heroin, cocaine, and other opiates?
11350(a)
What is the arrest criteria for Transporting/selling/furnishing etc of a controlled substance?
law enforcement must establish possession, intent to distribute, and a usable quantity of the substance to make an arrest.
True or False: Loitering doesn't include obstructing traffic and attempting to conceal drug-related items
False
What is the Health and Safety Code Section for drug paraphernalia?
11364
What substances are prohibited from being inhaled according to PC 381?
Glue, paint, nitrous oxide, and any other substances that give a high effect are illegal to inhale.
To arrest a subject for the crime of possession of a controlled substance, the necessary crime elements include:
actual control or constructive possession
any amount (usable quantity)
What are the common methods for smuggling drugs?
using private aircraft, hidden compartments, and body cavities.
Health and Safety Code ____ prohibits running a drug house for illegal sales and use.
11366
What is the Health and Safety Code Section for possession of syringe for needle exchange exception?
11364.7
What type of crime is being under the influence of drugs without a prescription?
considered a misdemeanor.
What is the definition of constructive possession?
it does not require actual possession but requires that a person knowingly exercises control, either directly or through another person or persons
What are the case examples of transporting/selling/furnishing etc of a controlled substance?
Incidents involving crack cocaine at airports or distributing LSD near schools
The regulations target behaviors indicative of illegal drug activity, including:
loitering and presence in drug-use locations