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federal statutes midterm

Test your knowledge on the regulations outlined in Section 12(1) of the Canadian cannabis laws regarding the production and cultivation of cannabis. Questions cover topics such as altering chemical properties, age restrictions for cultivation, and plant limits in dwelling-houses.

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It is 20 to 40 times more potent than heroin

How much pure fentanyl is needed to kill an average adult?

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It can be mixed with other drugs without detection

What was the outcome of the high-level meeting of the North American Dialogue on Drug Policy in 2018?

<p>Government officials discussed drug policy initiatives</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does 'Drug/Substance Produce' include according to the text?

<p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the maximum penalty for Drug/Substance Produce under Schedule I?

<p>Life imprisonment</p> Signup and view all the answers

Under what circumstances can possession of proceeds be penalized?

<p>If the property or proceeds were obtained as a result of an offense under this part</p> Signup and view all the answers

What factor will be considered in sentencing for C.D.S.A. and Cannabis Act convictions if the individual used violence?

<p>Whether a weapon was used</p> Signup and view all the answers

How much dried cannabis can be legally possessed in public according to the Cannabis Act?

<p>Up to 30 grams</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which action is illegal concerning cannabis products according to Canadian law?

<p>Taking cannabis products with CBD across the Canadian border</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of Public Safety Canada hosting the Law Enforcement Roundtable on Drugs?

<p>To explore emerging drug trends and threats</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to Section 8 of the Charter of Rights and Freedoms, what right does everyone have?

<p>The right to be secure against unreasonable search and seizure</p> Signup and view all the answers

Under Section 9 of the Charter, what is everyone entitled to?

<p>Not being arbitrarily detained or imprisoned</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the principle of stare decisis?

<p>Judges must follow previous rulings on the same issue</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which court decisions are binding on all other Canadian courts?

<p>Decisions of the Supreme Court of Canada</p> Signup and view all the answers

What substances are commonly thought of as the most 'dangerous' and are listed under Schedule I of the CDSA?

<p>Opium, cocaine, and methamphetamine</p> Signup and view all the answers

'Spice' synthetic cannabinoids are listed under which schedule of the CDSA?

<p>Schedule II</p> Signup and view all the answers

'LSD, psilocybin, and mescaline are listed under which schedule of the CDSA?'

<p>Schedule III</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the punishment for an individual who possesses cannabis for the purpose of selling it, as per the text?

<p>Fine of no more than $15,000</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the punishment for an organization that contravenes the regulations related to exporting cannabis?

<p>Fine of no more than $100,000</p> Signup and view all the answers

What offense does a person commit if possessing cannabis for the purpose of exporting it without authorization?

<p>Indictable offense with imprisonment for up to 14 years</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the punishment for an individual who contravenes subsection (1) or (2) as mentioned in the text?

<p>Indictable offense with imprisonment for up to 14 years</p> Signup and view all the answers

What Schedule lists specific amounts of cannabis resin and cannabis (marijuana) with reference to possession and trafficking offenses?

<p>Schedule VII</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which section of the text relates to the offense of 'Double Doctoring'?

<p>Section 4(2)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is required to prove the offense of 'possession' under Section 4(1)?

<p>Knowledge, consent, control, and the drug/substance</p> Signup and view all the answers

Under which section does the offense of 'trafficking' fall?

<p>Section 5(1)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which section prohibits the import or export of substances into or from Canada?

<p>Section 6(1)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is required to prove 'possession for the purpose of trafficking' under Section 5(2)?

<p>Possession, Drug/Substance, Export, Knowledge</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the penalties for offenses related to substances included in Schedule IV?

<p>Summary up to 1 year, Indictable up to 3 years</p> Signup and view all the answers

'Production of Substances' is prohibited under which section?

<p>Section 7(1)</p> Signup and view all the answers

'Dual procedure offense' penalties apply to which type of substances?

<p>(A) Schedule I indictable; (B) Schedule II dual procedure; (C) Schedule IV dual procedure; (D) Schedule VII dual residency</p> Signup and view all the answers

'Double Doctoring' as per Section 4(2) involves seeking substances without disclosing details from a practitioner within how many days prior?

<p>30 days</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which section deals with 'Importing and Exporting' offenses?

<p>Section 6(2)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is necessary to prove the offense of 'Production of Substances' according to Section 7(1)?

<p>Produce, Drug/Substance</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which drug category decreases alertness, awareness, and blood pressure?

<p>Cannabis</p> Signup and view all the answers

How is crack cocaine typically produced?

<p>Boiling with water and baking soda</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which substance is commonly used in magic mushrooms and converted into the psychoactive psilocin in the body?

<p>Psilocybin</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which drug is known for increasing alertness, awareness, and blood pressure?

<p>Cocaine</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary ingredient used in the production of crystal meth?

<p>Ephedrine or pseudoephedrine</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does LSD, a hallucinogenic drug, derive its psychoactive elements?

<p>From the ergot fungus on seeds of rye or morning glory</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the penalty for a young person who possesses cannabis in a public place equivalent to more than 5g of dried cannabis?

<p>A youth sentence under the YCJA</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the penalty for an individual who distributes cannabis to an individual under 18 years of age?

<p>Imprisonment for up to 14 years</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the penalty for an organization that distributes cannabis?

<p>A fine at the discretion of the court</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is prohibited for an individual who is 18 years of age or older regarding the possession of cannabis in a public place?

<p>Possessing more than 30g of dried cannabis</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the potential punishment for an individual who possesses cannabis for the purpose of distributing it?

<p>$15,000 fine or imprisonment up to 18 months</p> Signup and view all the answers

What penalty does an individual face for contravening possession laws (1)(a)(ii)?

<p>$15,000 fine or imprisonment up to 18 months</p> Signup and view all the answers

What punishment does an individual face for contravening distribution laws (1)(a)(iii)?

<p>$15,000 fine or imprisonment up to 18 months</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is prohibited regarding distribution to an organization?

<p>$100,000 fine at the court's discretion</p> Signup and view all the answers

'Possession for purpose of distributing' contravention leads to what type of offense?

<p>$15,000 fine or imprisonment up to 18 months</p> Signup and view all the answers

'Possession for purpose of distributing' contravention leads to what type of offense?

<p>$15,000 fine or imprisonment up to 18 months</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the penalty for possessing more than four cannabis plants that are not budding or flowering in a public place?

<p>A youth sentence under the YCJA.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the consequence for individuals who are 18 years or older and cultivate more than four cannabis plants at any one time in their dwelling-house?

<p>They may face up to 14 years of imprisonment.</p> Signup and view all the answers

In what circumstance can a peace officer commence proceedings under Section 51(1) against an individual who is 18 years or older?

<p>By delivering a summons portion of a ticket to the accused.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What can a justice do upon being satisfied that there are reasonable grounds to believe contraventions related to cannabis in a place?

<p>Issue a warrant authorizing a peace officer to search the place.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the punishment for someone convicted of an offense described in a ticket under Section 53(1)?

<p>A fine not exceeding $200.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who is prohibited from cultivating, propagating, or harvesting any living thing other than a cannabis plant?

<p>People under the age of 18.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the consequence for being convicted of an offense described in certain paragraphs under Section 53(1)?

<p>$5000 fine and imprisonment for up to 6 months.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the punishment for altering the chemical or physical properties of cannabis by an organic solvent?

<p>$5000 fine or imprisonment for up to 14 years.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Under Section 87(1), what grounds must a justice be satisfied with to issue a search warrant?

<p>Reasonable grounds related to cannabis contraventions in a place.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the consequence for an individual pleading guilty and being convicted of an offense described in the ticket under Section 53(1)?

<p>A fine not exceeding $200.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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