Drug possession is a common offence prosecuted in the Local Courts. The consequences of a conviction can be significant, restricting travel and employment opportunities.
Possession of a prohibited drug is an offence under section 10 of the Drug Misuse and Trafficking Act 1985 (NSW). The maximum penalty for drug possession is 2 years imprisonment.
To prove possession, the prosecution must show beyond reasonable doubt that:
• An illegal drug was in a person’s ‘custody’ or ‘control’, and
• The person had 'knowledge' that they had custody or control of a prohibited drug
We provide expert advice and representation fearlessly protecting the rights and liberty of our clients whether charged with serious indictable offences, summary offences or driving offences. Call us now to see just what is possible.
Let us help now
