DRUG OFFENCES FAQs


5. Drug Offences (Possession, Supply, Trafficking)Possession:• Illegal drugs in your control• Max penalties: minor possession (1–3 years), major drugs (7–14 years)Supply:• Giving or selling drugs• Max penalties: 25 years+ for traffickingTrafficking:• Large-scale supply networks• Max penalties: life imprisonmentDefences:• Lack of knowledge• Prescription exemptions• Entrapment (rare)Likely outcomes:• First-time possession: diversion programs or probation• Supply/trafficking: jail likely Note: The information on this page is general in nature and isn’t legal advice. For advice about your specific situation, get legal advice from a lawyer.
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