Whatever Happened to Justice Ch 36

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What was the increase in deaths from alcoholism among policyholders of Metropolitan Life Insurance Company after nine years of Prohibition?

Three hundred percent

One hundred percent

Six hundred percent (correct)

Four hundred percent

What impact does the high cost of illegal drugs have on crime rates, according to the content?

It decreases theft rates significantly

It causes addicts to rely solely on charity

It leads addicts to commit theft to support their habits (correct)

It encourages an increase in legitimate jobs

What principle is proposed as a potential solution to reduce drug abuse among minors?

Increased penalties for drug dealers

Common law principle of contract voidability (correct)

Public awareness campaigns about drugs

Strict enforcement of drug prohibition

How does the author view the effects of police initiatives targeting immoral behavior?

They have transformed serious problems into major catastrophes Signup and view all the answers

According to the content, what happened to crime rates as police enforce drugs more strictly?

Crime rates increased Signup and view all the answers

What does the phrase 'voluntarism is the way of the common law' imply about the author's perspective on drug issues?

Individual actions can effectively address issues Signup and view all the answers

What has been suggested as a more effective way to curb alcoholism compared to Prohibition?

Community-based organizations like Alcoholics Anonymous Signup and view all the answers

What was one significant consequence of the Prohibition Era in the United States?

The crime rate related to alcohol increased. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements best reflects the impact of alcohol prohibition on the pricing of alcohol?

Prohibition led to higher prices due to increased risk for sellers. Signup and view all the answers

Who were some of the infamous figures associated with bootlegging during the Prohibition Era?

Al Capone Signup and view all the answers

What was a negative effect of the lack of legitimate alcohol sellers during Prohibition?

Alcohol became more accessible to children. Signup and view all the answers

How did law enforcement attempts to control alcohol distribution affect the market?

It created a higher demand and more sellers. Signup and view all the answers

What was one consequence reported by state insane asylums related to alcoholism during Prohibition?

Increased reports of alcohol-related insanity. Signup and view all the answers

How did the Prohibition Era change public perception toward alcohol?

It created a greater allure for alcohol as a forbidden item. Signup and view all the answers

During Prohibition, what often happened to the quality of alcohol sold?

It deteriorated as criminals controlled the supply. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Prohibition Era and its Consequences

Alcohol prohibition (1920-1933) led to a black market for alcohol
Bootleggers (like Al Capone) took over the alcohol supply, creating monopolies and violence
Increased risk of selling alcohol drove up prices, making it more accessible to even children
Poorly made and unsafe alcohol was often sold by criminals
Crime rates soared, innocent people were caught in gang violence and alcohol-related injuries increased exponentially
Alcoholism increased significantly during prohibition
Prohibition failed to reduce alcohol consumption, but instead created a much larger and more violent issue.

Drug Prohibition and Crime

Modern drug prohibition raises crime rates. High prices force addicts to steal for drugs
High prices of drugs create even more sellers, leading to neighborhoods becoming dangerous
Drugs create a dangerous cycle of desperation leading to violence.

Alternative Approach: Voidable Contracts

Voidable contracts (for minors) for drugs would hold sellers more accountable.
If drugs were legal, minors could purchase them, destroy them, and get a refund (under common law)
This would deter sellers from selling to minors, lowering the market price and risks associated with sales
Parents, rather than large organizations, could easily enforce this by their own actions
Voluntary organizations, like Alcoholics Anonymous, are more effective fighting drug issues than criminalization laws.

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Explore the intersection of prohibition and crime through the lens of the Prohibition Era (1920-1933) and modern drug prohibition. This quiz delves into the impacts of alcohol and drug bans, including the rise of black markets and the surge in violence and alcoholism. Uncover the complexities of these prohibitions and their long-lasting consequences on society.