Drug Offences

Allowing Use of Premises as a Drug Premises

The offence is committed if an owner or occupier of any premises allows it to be used as a drug premises. Offences related to drug supply are regarded as serious crimes by the courts and often will result in jail sentence.

Cultivate Cannabis

The offence is committed if a person cultivates, or knowingly takes part in the cultivation of, cannabis.

Cultivate Cannabis by Enhanced Indoor Means

This charge is often used where a person is alleged to have grown cannabis for commercial purposes in residential premises.

Drug Driving Offences

There are two types of drug driving offences in New South Wales: Driving under the Influence of Drugs and Driving with an Illicit Drug Present in Blood.

Drug Importation

The importation of bordered controlled drugs is a federal offence. It is an incredibly serious offence and this is reflected by the fact that the maximum penalties range up to imprisonment for life.

Manufacture and Production of Prohibited Drugs

The manufacture of a prohibited drug is a serious drug related offence and in most cases those found guilty of this offence can expect a conviction and the imposition of a substantial penalty.

Possess a Prohibited Drug

Possession of a prohibited drug carries a maximum penalty of 2 years imprisonment. Consequently, the offence is viewed seriously by the courts. It is a summary offence which means that it is prosecuted in the Local Court only.

Supply of a Prohibited Drug

Supply of prohibited drugs is one of the most serious drug related offences. It is also one of the most common and therefore carries severe penalties upon conviction.