Title: Identify crimes associated with narcotics and controlled substances.
Course: Criminal Justice II (15051-II) > Section: Understanding the Rule of Law

Identification should include

- the difference between federal and state drug laws (e.g., laws pertaining to cannabis)
- the connection between drugs and crime (e.g., heroin, cocaine)
- the connection between prescription drug use and crime (e.g., oxycodone, fentanyl)
- schedules of controlled substances. including penalties
- methods of use
- transportation
- description of certain drugs by street name, proper name, packaging, and their associated effects
- penalties for manufacture, sale, or distribution.

Process/Skill Questions:

- What are possible consequences of drug use?
- What are the different categories of mind-altering substances?
- What are the potential penalties or alternatives for drug convictions?
- How has society’s understanding of addiction changed over time?