Misuse of Drugs: A Straightforward Guide to the Law

This is a much needed basic and accessible guide to the complex world of prescribed drugs that explains the key provisions and how they interact in a straightforward and readable way - including via tables and notes on drug classification. The author also explains the key terminology, making the book of interest to police, courts, prosecutors, defence advocates, those from the corrections service, drugs and crime prevention workers and students, researchers and others.

CONTENTSAcknowledgements ivAbout the author viAcronyms, Abbreviations and TerminologyA Selection of Items Commonly Encountered viiThe Purpose of this Book ixRecommended Further Reading xCHAPTER1 What Are Controlled Drugs? 112 Misuse of Drugs Legislation 143 Unlawful Possession 204 General Defences 325 Unlawful Supply 396 Drug Activities on Premises 457 Incitement, Attempt and Conspiracy 518 Police Enforcement Powers 559 Further Drug Testing Powers 6710 Future Developments 70APPENDIX1 List of Controlled Drugs 792 The Development of Drugs Legislation 873 Overview of the Misuse of Drugs Act 1971 914 Maximum Penalties for Drug Offences 935 Misuse of Drugs Regulations 2001, Schedules 1 to 5 95Index 99