Drug Lawyers Sydney

Our criminal defence lawyers are experienced in representing people who have been charged with drug related offences. Whether you have been charged with an offence under the Drug Misuse and Trafficking Act 1985 (NSW), Poisons and Therapeutic Goods Act 1966 (NSW), or the Criminal Code Act 1995 (Cth) or are currently being investigated for an allegation involving drugs, we are here to guide you through every step of the process. Often people’s first interaction with NSW Police is during the arrest stage. These initial interactions with Police can be critical and can impact the way the matter is dealt with, including what evidence is able to be relied on at Court. This is why it is important to engage a lawyer as early as possible.

We also have extensive practical experience appearing in the law in the Local Court, District Court, Supreme Court, Children’s Court and Appeal Courts. Whether you are facing allegations of Trafficking, Importation, Cultivation or a simple charge of Possession, our Sydney drug lawyers are here to help.

Drug related convictions can have very serious long-term ramifications, including impacting your employment opportunities and ability to travel.

We pride ourselves on ensuring that our clients understand the principles and procedures that govern how the Court will deal with their matter and the options available to them, so that they can make fully informed decisions. We are highly skilled at guiding clients through what is often the most difficult time in their lives.

Common Drug Offences we deal with

Possession of Prohibited Drug (Possessing Drug)

Possession of Prohibited Drug is an offence under section 10 of the Drug Misuse and Trafficking Act 1985 (NSW). Under this section in the Drug Misuse and Trafficking Act 1985 (NSW) it is a criminal offence to have a prohibited drug in your control.

Self-Administration of Prohibited Drug (Using Drug)

Self-Administration of Prohibited Drug is an offence under section 12 of the Drug Misuse and Trafficking Act 1985 (NSW). Under this section, it is an offence to administer, which includes ingest, inject, smoke, inhale a prohibited drug.

Supplying Drugs 

Supply Prohibited Drug is an offence under section 25 and 25A1 of the Drug Misuse and Trafficking Act 1985 (NSW). These sections make it an offence to distribute and transfer a prohibited drug.

Manufacture and Production 

Manufacture or Production of a Prohibited Drug is an offence under section 24 of the Drug Trafficking and Misuse Act 1985 (NSW). This section makes it an offence to manufacture or produce a prohibited drug or take part in the process. Manufacture includes extracting or refining the prohibited drug.

Cultivate Prohibited Plant

Cultivate Prohibited Plant is an offender under section 23 of the Drug Trafficking and Misuse Act 1985 (NSW). This section makes it an offence to cultivate or grow the prohibited plant. This includes actions such as sowing, scattering the seeds of the plant, tending to, nurturing, planting or harvesting the plant.

How Our Lawyers Can Help

When a person is facing a criminal charge, they can benefit from having an experienced lawyer. Our lawyers can assist in gathering all relevant evidence, subjective material and build a strong defence strategy or otherwise minimise a harsh sentence being imposed. It may be possible to avoid a conviction for some drug-related matters. If it is a child who has been charged with offences, they may be eligible for a diversionary program that will allow them to stay out of the Court system.

For advice or representation, give our Sydney drug lawyers a call on 1300 038 223 or send us an email.