HRC
DRUG POLICY
KNOW YOUR RIGHTS
DRUG WAR
DRUG HISTORY
100
What do you do if someone talks about hurting themselves, other people, become unresponsive, or overall appear to be overdosing on drugs?
Seek immediate help Call an ambulance or 911
100
Is marijuana decriminalized in New York?
Yes; yet nearly 550,000 people since 1990 have been arrested for small amounts of marijuana drugpolicy.org
100
Name the four types of police that have jurisdiction on New Paltz Campus?
University Police Department, New Paltz Town Police, Ulster County Sheriff Department, State Troopers
100
Who launched the War on Drugs?
100
TRUE OR FALSE: George Washington grew hemp
TRUE
200
Even though drugs should never be mixed, what is the most dangerous combination of drug types?
stimulants and depressants
200
What government agency is responsible for drug policy enforcement?
DEA: Drug Enforcement Agency
200
Name a right you have during a cop encounter
"- You have the right to remain silent. If you wish to exercise that right, say so out loud. - You have the right to refuse to consent to a search of yourself, your car or your home. - If you are not under arrest, you have the right to calmly leave. - You have the right to a lawyer if you are arrested. Ask for one immediately. - Regardless of your immigration or citizenship status, you have constitutional rights." http://www.aclu.org/drug-law-reform-immigrants-rights-racial-justice/know-your-rights-what-do-if-you#3
200
After 40 years, about how much has the United States spent on the failed war on drugs?
About 1 trillion dollars foxnews.com
200
Who was the first person to synthesize & ingest LSD? When?
Albert Hoffman; 1943
300
What should you do if someone is having a difficult psychedelic experience?
Talk through not talk down Sit with the person and reassure them that they are not "so far out." Remind them its normal when on psychedelics Be there for the person, create an environment they feel safe in, perhaps go for a walk or look at beautiful things erowid.org
300
What is the penalty for possession of hash?
Misdemeanor; max fine: $1,000 norml.org
300
What can you do if you feel your rights have been violated?
"Write down everything you remember, including officers' badge and patrol car numbers, which agency the officers were from, and any other details. Get contact information for witnesses. If you are injured, take photographs of your injuries (but seek medical attention first). File a written complaint with the agency's internal affairs division or civilian complaint board. In most cases, you can file a complaint anonymously if you wish." http://www.aclu.org/drug-law-reform-immigrants-rights-racial-justice/know-your-rights-what-do-if-you#3
300
How many people in the US are in prison for drug related offenses? a) 500,000 b) 330,000 c) 100,000 d)250,000
300
What is the first known culture to use hemp?
CHINA; 6000 BC
400
What are the 4 basic principles to psychedelic harm reduction?
"Psychedelic Harm Reduction: 4 Basic Principles Create a safe space Sitting, not guiding Talk through, not down A difficult trip is not necessarily a bad trip" maps.org
400
What are the criteria for a drug to be considered "Schedule 1"
The drug or other substance has a high potential for abuse. The drug or other substance has no currently accepted medical use in treatment in the United States. There is a lack of accepted safety for use of the drug or other substance under medical supervision.
400
When can police use drug dogs?
"In Illinois v. Caballes, the Supreme Court ruled that police do not need reasonable suspicion to use drug dogs to sniff a vehicle during a legitimate traffic stop." http://www.flexyourrights.org/faqs/when-can-police-use-drug-dogs/
400
What percentage of federal prisoners are incarcerated for drug related offenses? a) 30% b) 45% c) 50% d) 60%
400
In what year did Marijuana become illegal?
1937. From 1850 to 1937, marijuana was used medically across the country and was even available over the counter in pharmacies and general stores.
500
What are symptoms of an opiate overdose?
decreased level of consciousness and pinpoint pupils* Heart rate and breathing slow down, sometimes to a stop. Blue lips and nails are caused by insufficient oxygen in the blood. Other symptoms include seizures and muscle spasms. A person experiencing an opiate overdose usually will not wake up even if their name is called or if they are shaken vigorously. wikipedia.com
500
Name 7 states (/districts) with medical marijuana
Alaska, Arizona, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, District of Columbia, Hawaii, Maine, Massachusetts, Michigan, Montana, Nevada, New Jersey, New Mexico, Oregon, Rhode Island, Vermont, Washington norml.org
500
Can someone else consent to a search of your property?
"As a general rule, police can obtain consent to search from anyone with control over the property. Someone who has a key, or whose name appears on the lease, can legally consent to a search of the property if no one else is present, or if no one else objects. If you rent the property, be advised that your landlord can also let the police in." flexyourrights.org
500
Since Mexican President Felipe Calderon began his war against cartels in 2006, approximately how many casualties have there been in Mexico? a) 50,000 b) 75,000 c) 95,000 d) 60,000
500
Who first synthesized MDMA? When? Why?
Anton Kollisch, 1912, trying to find a substance to stop abnormal bleeding
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