Drug abuse is often referred to as a victimless crime. Is it really a victimless crime?
What will be an ideal response?
Answer: Should include these potential items.
The obvious harm is done to the individual abusing the drugs
However, the family members may also be harmed, not physically, but emotionally and financially
Money used to buy drugs is taken from the family
Meaningful inaction with the abuser may be lost
There may be physical harm if the abuser is out of control
The abuser may resort to committing crimes, such as property crimes, to support the habit
If the abuser is arrested for those crimes, there is the loss of the relationship
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Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)
______ is both our most popular and most deadly way of drugging ourselves.
a. Alcohol b. Tobacco c. Opioid use d. Marijuana
Who determines the sentence once an individual has been convicted of a crime (with the exception of death penalty cases)?
A. jury B. judge C. prosecutor D. defense attorney
Studies indicate that _______ percent of those sentenced to probation had been assigned probation after conviction for a felony
Fill in the blank(s) with correct word