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Drug offences can carry serious consequences, ranging from fines and criminal convictions to substantial terms of imprisonment. If you have been charged with a drug-related offence in Sydney or elsewhere in New South Wales, obtaining legal advice as early as possible is important.
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Michael Confos Lawyer provides strategic and practical legal representation for individuals facing drug charges throughout NSW.
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Common drug offences include:
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Drug Possession
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Drug Supply
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Deemed Supply
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Drug Trafficking
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Cultivation of Prohibited Plants
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Drug Manufacture
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Possession of Drug Implements
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Importation and Border-Related Drug Offences
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The penalties available to a court depend on the specific offence, the quantity of drugs involved, and the circumstances of the alleged offending.
Drug Possession Charges
Possession of a prohibited drug is one of the most common drug offences before the courts.
To establish possession, the prosecution must generally prove that:
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The substance was a prohibited drug; and
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The accused person knew of its existence and had possession or control of it.
Drug possession charges can arise from police searches of vehicles, homes, public places or personal belongings.
Even relatively small quantities of prohibited substances can result in criminal proceedings and significant consequences.
Drug Supply Charges
Drug supply offences are treated more seriously than simple possession offences.
A person may be charged with supply where police allege they:
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Sold drugs
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Distributed drugs
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Shared drugs
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Offered to supply drugs
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Possessed quantities exceeding the deemed supply threshold
Many individuals are surprised to learn that they can face supply allegations even where there is no evidence of an actual sale.
Drug supply charges frequently involve analysis of:
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Text messages
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Telephone records
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Financial transactions
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Surveillance evidence
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Search warrant evidence
Careful examination of the prosecution case is often critical.
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Every case is different and should be assessed on its individual facts.
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Potential issues may include:
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Whether the search was lawful
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Whether possession can be proven
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Whether the substance has been properly identified
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Whether admissions were lawfully obtained
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Whether the prosecution evidence is reliable
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Whether a legal defence is available
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Careful preparation and review of the evidence can significantly affect the outcome of a matter.
