Our experienced team represents individuals charged with drug offences across the spectrum ranging from low level possession and use of drugs of dependence to trafficking of large commercial quantities of prohibited drugs.

The seriousness and relevant penalties of the charges will depend on a number of factors including the amount of the substance, the purpose for which the alleged substances are said to be used for, the circumstances in which the drugs were found and the length of time the alleged offences (eg. trafficking or importation) occurred. 

Below is a table outlining the contents Schedule 11, Part 1 of the Drugs, Poisons And Controlled Substances Act 1981 (Vic) in a simple form, which provides the relevant amounts of each substance, which correspond to a particular charge whether that be small quantity possession to trafficking a large commercial quantity.

Note that these amounts are for the drug in their pure form and do not include circumstances where substances are mixed with other drugs or cutting agents.

Even if you have only been charged with possession of a small quantity of an illicit substance, it should not be treated as minor. If the court finds you guilty of a drug offence, it is likely to have a significant impact on your life thereafter including the prospects of gaining future employment and even travelling overseas.

Contact Pace & Associates Lawyers today to ensure that your case can be thoroughly prepared by our team of experts. 

*Please note that we do not offer legal aid.