Whatever Happened to Justice Ch 36

The period in US history from 1920 to 1933 when alcohol was illegal.

Criminal gangs that illegally produced and sold alcohol during Prohibition.

A market where illegal goods and services are traded.

A situation where one company or group controls all the supply of a good or service.

The illegal selling and use of alcohol during Prohibition led to a sharp rise in criminal activity.

Government attempts to regulate alcohol by making it illegal backfired, unintentionally increasing its popularity and creating a lucrative market for criminal organizations.

During Prohibition, the quality of illegal alcohol was often low, leading to health problems and even death.

The illegal production and sale of alcohol during Prohibition led to a dramatic increase in the number of people suffering from alcoholism.

Enforcing laws against self-destructive behavior, like drug use, can create unintended negative consequences such as increased crime.

Prohibition, the ban on alcohol, led to an increase in alcohol-related deaths, highlighting the unintended consequences of restricting personal choices.

The high price of illegal drugs due to risk and penalties forces addicts to engage in criminal activities to fund their habit.

The principle that allows a minor to cancel a contract due to their lack of judgment, potentially reducing drug sales to minors.

Voluntary organizations can be more effective than laws in addressing social issues like alcoholism.

The common law principle of contract voidability could be used to discourage drug sales to minors by making sellers bear the risk of underage purchases.

The author argues that the focus on law enforcement against drugs has created a more dangerous environment, emphasizing the need for alternative approaches.