Reading Assignment for Section 5

Read the following subsection from our online textbook: Section 5: Drug Enforcement Tactics.

What You Will Learn

In this section, you’ll explore the diverse tactics used in drug enforcement, from undercover operations to large-scale interdiction efforts. You’ll learn about the advanced tools and technologies that enhance enforcement and the importance of collaboration among agencies. By the end, you’ll understand the legal, ethical, and operational challenges that enforcement teams face in combating drug trafficking.

Student Learning Outcomes for Section 5: Drug Enforcement Tactics

• SLO 1: Explain the roles and techniques of various drug enforcement tactics, including undercover operations, controlled buys, sting operations, and drug interdiction efforts across land, sea, and air.
• SLO 2: Analyze the legal and ethical considerations in drug enforcement, such as avoiding entrapment, adhering to constitutional protections, and ensuring due process during arrests, searches, and evidence handling.
• SLO 3: Evaluate the tools and strategies used in modern drug enforcement, including advanced technologies like drones, AI, and digital forensics, and their impact on operational efficiency and privacy concerns.
• SLO 4: Assess the importance of agency collaboration, highlighting the roles of federal agencies, joint task forces, and international partnerships in disrupting drug trafficking networks and improving enforcement outcomes.
• SLO 5: Investigate the challenges and advancements in drug enforcement tactics, including managing informant reliability, addressing sophisticated smuggling methods, and responding to evolving legal standards.

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