There are many cases where charges for drug offences in NSW may be dropped in the event that the police cannot prove certain criteria. You are entitled to get yourself the best possible representation if you face charges.  In fact, you owe it to yourself as the penalties can be heavy and the consequences that you may face are real and may well disrupt all aspects of your life.

Possession Is Important

First, the police have to prove that you possessed a particular substance.  There are often times when you might not have been aware that the substance you took in was something that police often look for in a particular case.

What Was the Drug?

The particular type of drug that you possessed must also be proven in a court of law.  This can include cannabis, LSD, cocaine or heroin among other drugs.  The police must prove that what you had was a proper substance that is illegal.  There are often times when the police may be unable to prove that you had such substances.

You may be able to defend yourself with the statement that you were not aware that the substance you had was illegal.  In some cases the material that you were arrested for having could be tested or placed under further examination to determine if you actually had something that is deemed to be illegal.  There are often times when you could be arrested for possessing something without actually being targeted for anything; the possibility for you to be arrested for something that is not actually illegal could be real but proper legal representation can help to clear your name.

What Did You Know?

The most important consideration for a drug offence comes from whether or not you were actually aware that you had a certain substance in your possession. You may be able to deny that you possessed a drug or even state that you did not know that you had it in your possession.

The Carey Defence may also be used in your case.  This states that you only had temporary possession of a drug that belonged to another person. This may be used to your advantage to show that you did not do anything wrong and that you did not possess a drug that is illegal on purpose.

Drug offences can be serious and have a huge impact on your life, even with things which are unrelated like being banned from travelling to certain countries.

You really need proper legal representation.  For expert help call us now on 02 9449 1967 for an initial obligation free discussion regarding your particular circumstances