Exam 12: Policing the Drug Problem

Drug treatment has historically been addressed appropriately in this country.

Which country is primarily responsible for the flow of cocaine coming into the United States?

Most youth tend to avoid drugs.

Brownstein and Goldstein (1990) have identified multiple primary causes or categories of drug related homicides. One cause, ____________, arises from the interaction of participants in the drug culture as they barter drugs, compete for territory, fight with rival gangs, and, in general, settle disputes that erupt while engaged in the buying, selling, and abusing of drugs.

One type of drug marketplace, ____________, are locations that are out of control where large numbers of dealers hawk their drugs and are usually located in entertainment districts, high crime areas, or public spaces.

The purpose of ___________ is to interrupt drug smuggling by seizing or deterring drug shipments. When successful, drugs become more difficult to obtain, which helps control the overall problem.

___________ originated with the Los Angeles Police Department. and involved educating fourth, fifth, and sixth graders about the perils of drug use.

The Mexican cartels control much of the world's marijuana distribution.

Neighborhood crackdowns are similar to street sweeps, except that the police usually identify hot spots as areas that deserve concentrated long-term attention.

One type of drug marketplace, ____________, entail a group of friends or acquaintances selling to each other, commonly found at teen hangouts or parties.

Which one of the following is the most popular mode of drug treatment today?

The two most infamous youth gangs are the Crips and the Bloods, which originated in Los Angeles.

___________ organized parents, churches, schools, or other groups to raise drug education monies, to help disseminate information, or to conduct programs to establish drug-free communities.

Interdiction efforts attempt to seal our borders from drug trafficking through air, maritime, and land operations.

What does research show about the majority of drug abusers?