Professional Knowledge Flashcards
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Which schedule includes drugs like cocaine and morphine that have accepted medical uses but high abuse potential?
Answer: Schedule II
Schedule II drugs have high abuse potential but accepted medical uses, including cocaine and morphine.
What legal standard must generally be met to obtain a search warrant in a DEA investigation?
Answer: Probable cause
The Fourth Amendment requires probable cause supported by oath to issue a search warrant.
Chemicals used to manufacture controlled substances are regulated by the DEA as what?
Answer: Precursor chemicals
The DEA regulates listed precursor chemicals to prevent their use in illicit drug manufacture.
Which program allows the DEA to seize assets connected to drug trafficking?
Answer: Civil asset forfeiture
Civil asset forfeiture lets the government seize property linked to illegal drug activity.
What is the primary purpose of the DEA's National Take Back Day?
Answer: Safely disposing of unused prescription drugs
Take Back Day provides a safe way for the public to dispose of unused or expired medications.
A confidential informant in a DEA operation is best described as what?
Answer: A cooperating individual providing intelligence
A confidential informant is a non-agent who supplies information to assist investigations.
What physical fitness component is a core part of DEA Special Agent training at Quantico?
Answer: The Physical Task assessment including runs and sit-ups
DEA training includes a Physical Task assessment measuring strength and endurance such as timed runs and sit-ups.