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DRUG OFFENCE LAWYERS IN BLACKTOWN

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Our team of criminal defence lawyers handles a broad spectrum of cases, from drug offences and assault charges to driving suspensions and affray matters.

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Legal issues can arise at any time, which is why our team is available around the clock to provide legal advice. We also offer a free initial consultation to discuss your case and your options moving forward.

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Led by a former police officer and senior prosecutor, our criminal law team has firsthand knowledge of how the justice system operates. This insight allows us to craft effective defence approaches for every client.

Extensive Experience

With years of experience advocating for clients in court, we can handle most summary matters without the need for a barrister. This helps keep legal costs reasonable while maintaining strong legal representation.

Here To Help

Our drug offence lawyers in Blacktown are here to provide you with the legal advice you need to successfully manage your way through a drug charge. We are committed to protecting your rights and pursuing a resolution that minimises the impact of the charges on your future.

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How Can Our Blacktown Drug Offence Lawyers Help?

A drug charge can put your future, career, and personal life at risk. Convictions can lead to fines, criminal records, or even imprisonment, which could employment opportunities and result in travel restrictions. The way your case is handled can make a real difference in the outcome, and having the right defence is absolutely crucial.

Our drug offence lawyers in Blacktown have extensive experience representing clients facing charges for possession, supply, or trafficking. We provide clear legal advice and develop strategic defences to challenge the prosecution’s case.



Where possible, we pursue a resolution that reduces or dismisses charges, helping you move forward with zero or fewer long-term consequences.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • What do I do if I am caught with drugs?

    Drug offences in NSW, including possession, supply, and cultivation, carry serious legal consequences. Convictions can result in fines, imprisonment, or restrictions that may impact employment, travel, and future opportunities.


    Under the Drug Misuse and Trafficking Act, drug quantities are categorised into small, trafficable, indictable, commercial, and large commercial amounts. The penalties vary based on the classification of the offence.


    Drug charges can be legally complex, so seeking legal advice early is crucial. Understanding your rights and making informed decisions from the outset can improve your chances of achieving the best possible resolution.

  • What are the different types of drug offences?

    Drug offences in NSW are classified as either summary offences or indictable offences.

    • Summary offences include possession, administration, forging prescriptions, and aiding and abetting.
    • Indictable offences cover more serious charges like cultivation, supply of prohibited plants, and drug trafficking.

    Whether you are facing a summary or indictable offence, our drug offence lawyers in Blacktown provide legal guidance to help minimise penalties and protect your future.

  • What are the penalties for drug charges?

    Penalties for drug offences in NSW vary widely. Depending on the charge, consequences may include fines, community-based orders, imprisonment, and a criminal record. The severity of the penalty depends on the nature of the offence and the circumstances of the case.

  • What drugs are prohibited?

    NSW law prohibits substances such as cannabis (leaf, oil, resin), cocaine, heroin, lysergic acid, methylamphetamine, and MDMA/ecstasy.

  • Do you handle drug driving cases?

    Yes. Our criminal defence lawyers represent clients facing drug driving charges and provide legal advice on their options.

  • What is drug driving?

    Drug driving refers to operating a vehicle while under the influence of illicit substances or prescription medications that impair driving ability. In NSW, it is illegal to drive with detectable traces of cannabis, methylamphetamine, MDMA/ecstasy, cocaine, or other prohibited drugs in your system.

  • What are the penalties for drug driving?

    Penalties for drug driving in NSW depend on the type of substance detected, the level of impairment, and whether it is a first or repeat offence. Consequences may include fines, licence suspension, community service, mandatory drug awareness programs, and, in more serious cases, imprisonment.

Get Expert Criminal Law Advice

If you would like to discuss your drug charge with our criminal law team, please get in touch. We are available 24/7 to help you and offer a free initial consultation.

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