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In NSW, possessing, supplying or cultivating a prohibited drug/plant carries significant penalties and is treated very seriously by the Courts with a criminal conviction likely.

Schedule 1 of the Drug Misuse and Trafficking Act sets out the small, trafficable, indictable, commercial and large commercial quantities for each prohibited drug. The type of drug and amount supplied will substantially affect the type of penalty the Court will consider.

There are numerous elements to a drug charge and you need to obtain specialist advice prior to making any decisions.

A drug charge carries with it a natural stigma that can not only affect travel but also future employment opportunities, so it is essential to get the right advice early in order to increase the chances of achieving a favourable resolution.

Drug offences in NSW fall into two categories: summary offences and indictable offences.

Summary offences include possession and administration of drugs, forging prescriptions, and aiding and abetting such offences. Indictable offences include the cultivation and supply of prohibited plants and the supply of prohibited drugs, among others.

Regardless of whether you’re facing a summary or indictable offence, the team at Kells is ready to provide you with the assistance you need to avoid serious consequences that could tarnish your reputation for life.

In NSW, penalties for drug offences can include heavy fines, imprisonment, and a criminal conviction.

Prohibited drugs can include cannabis (leaf, oil and resin), cocaine, heroin, lysergic acid, methylamphetamine, and MDMA or ecstasy.

Yes, our criminal law team handles drug driving cases.

Drug driving refers to the act of operating a motor vehicle while under the influence of drugs that impair a person's ability to drive safely. In New South Wales (NSW), it is illegal to drive with the presence of certain illicit drugs or prescribed medications in your system.

NSW law prohibits driving with the presence of any detectable amount of illegal drugs, including cannabis, methylamphetamine, ecstasy, and cocaine.

Penalties for drug driving offences in NSW can vary depending on the circumstances, the type of drug detected, and the offender's history. Consequences can include fines, licence suspension, mandatory participation in drug education programs, community service, and in some cases, imprisonment.