Drug Offences
In Western Australia, it is illegal to possess, manufacture, cultivate, sell or supply a prohibited drug. The list of prohibited drugs includes well known illicit drugs and prescription drugs that are not yours.
The type and quantity of the drug, the circumstances of the offence and your personal circumstances all impact the outcome of the offence.
A conviction for a minor drug offence may create issues for your employment and travelling overseas. It is possible to apply for the conviction to be spent for a minor conviction.
For the more serious drug offences, the State of Western Australia can initiate the confiscation of everything you own or control and seek an order for your property to be forfeited to the State. There are strict timeframes for responding to these matters.
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It is important to understand the offence for which you have been charged and the penalties that can apply.
It is important to understand the evidence that will be relied upon by the prosecution to prove the charge.
It is important to receive legal advice at the earliest opportunity to secure the best available outcome in the circumstances.
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If you have been charged with one of the following drug offences, I can assist you:
Simple possession of prohibited drugs
Possession of prohibited drugs with intent to sell or supply to another
Possession of drug paraphernalia
Offer to sell or supply prohibited drugs to another
Importation or trafficking of prohibited drugs (Commonwealth offence)
Manufacturing or cultivating prohibited drugs
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I can provide detailed advice to you by:
assessing each charge against you and advising whether the charge has been properly laid
advising the strength of the case against you
consider the prospects of negotiating your matter to a lesser charge or making a submission to discontinue any or all charges
detailing the likely penalty for the charge should you be found guilty
I can offer representation at all court hearings including bail, trial or sentencing.