PRPA Narcotics and Dangerous Drugs – Questions And
Answers
What is Marijuana (Cannabis Sativa L)? Right Ans - 1. Cannabis = Hemp
2. Sativa = Cultivate
3. L = Dr. Carl Lannaus
*Plant that contains THC*
Assessed a tax to doctors, vets, and dentists for usage for medical purposes
Right Ans - Marijuana Tax Act 1937
What are the distinctive characteristics of Marijuana plants? Right Ans - 1.
Odd number of leaves
2. Pointed at both ends
3. Serrated edges
4. Main vein is toward the top
indoor/outdoor growing of marijuana (typically dark closets, sheds, rooms in
a home, backyard) Right Ans - Hydroponics
Signs of Marijuana cultivation Right Ans - 1. Fluorescent/Metal halide
lights
2. Sodium vapor light
3. Hydroponics growing systems
4. Organic potting soil (for hydroponics)
5. Humidifiers
6. Books on hydroponic systems
, Types of Cannabis Sativa Right Ans - 1. Tetrahydra Cannabidols
(industrial/hemp)
2. Tetrahydro Cannabinols (psychoactive)
3. Sinsemilla
4. Thai sticks
What are the main sources of marijuana in the U.S.A.? Right Ans - 1. Mexico
2. Jamaica
3. South America
Domestic is close second
Duquenois-Levine Test Right Ans - field test for marijuana
How should you document in the report that a subject has what you believe is
marijuana? Right Ans - A green leafy substance believed to be marijuana
How will officers gather sufficient probable cause (PC) to arrest someone for
illegal possession of marijuana? Right Ans - Sight and smell
*Training and experience from the academy*
Field test may also apply
How much marijuana can someone have with a Medical marijuana card legally
posses? Right Ans - 2.5 onces
How much marijuana can a subject with a caregiver medical marijuana card
legally posses? Right Ans - 2.5 onces for every person they are legally
authorized to care for (maximum 5 patients and all must be registered as their
patient.
*Plus, the caregiver so long as he/she has a medical marijuana card too*
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