Drug lawyers defend charges from possession to supply and importation.
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Drug charges vary enormously in seriousness. A lawyer examines how the drugs were found, the lawfulness of searches, the quantity alleged and whether diversion programs are available for minor possession.
Why drug offences matters
Drug charges range from minor possession to serious supply and importation, with penalties that vary enormously depending on quantity and circumstances.
The Australian context
Possession and supply are state offences, with thresholds for trafficable and commercial quantities. Importation is a Commonwealth offence under the Criminal Code. Several states offer diversion for small quantities.
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Sydney, NSW · Sydney CBD
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Sydney Criminal Defence Lawyers provides legal services in Sydney, NSW. Listed practice areas include Criminal Law, Assault & Violent Offences and Traffic Offences.
Criminal Law+7 moreAssault & Violent Offences · Traffic Offences · Firearms & Licensing Matters · Drug Offences · Bail Applications · Fraud & White Collar Crime · Drink & Drug DrivingFree first consultThe firm advertises a free first consultation.
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St Kilda, VIC · South East Melbourne
★★★★★★★★★★4.7(327)Google rating from 327 reviews, retrieved 18 Sept 2026
MK Law Criminal Lawyers provides legal services in St Kilda, VIC. Listed practice areas include Criminal Law, Fraud & White Collar Crime and Drug Offences.
Criminal Law+7 moreFraud & White Collar Crime · Drug Offences · Bail Applications · Drink & Drug Driving · Assault & Violent Offences · Domestic Violence & AVOs · Centrelink & Social SecurityFree first consultThe firm advertises a free first consultation.
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Brisbane City, QLD · Brisbane CBD
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ROBINSON LAW PTY LTD provides legal services in Brisbane City, QLD. Listed practice areas include Drug Offences, Assault & Violent Offences and Domestic Violence & AVOs.
Drug Offences+7 moreAssault & Violent Offences · Domestic Violence & AVOs · Property & Conveyancing · Criminal Law · Traffic Offences · Bail Applications · Fraud & White Collar Crime
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Wollongong, NSW · Illawarra & Wollongong
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Morrison Graeme provides legal services in Wollongong, NSW. Listed practice areas include Criminal Law, Partner & Family Visas and Domestic Violence & AVOs.
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Parramatta, NSW · Western Sydney
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Astor Legal provides legal services in Parramatta, NSW. Listed practice areas include Criminal Law, Assault & Violent Offences and Drink & Drug Driving.
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Parramatta, NSW · Western Sydney
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Sydney Criminal Defence Lawyers provides legal services in Parramatta, NSW. Listed practice areas include Criminal Law, Assault & Violent Offences and Traffic Offences.
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East Toowoomba, QLD · Toowoomba & Darling Downs
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McConnell & Saldumbide Criminal Lawyers provides legal services in East Toowoomba, QLD. Listed practice areas include Criminal Law, Domestic Violence & AVOs and Firearms & Licensing Matters.
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Barangaroo, NSW · Sydney CBD
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Australian Law Advocates provides legal services in Barangaroo, NSW. Listed practice areas include Drug Offences, Assault & Violent Offences and Domestic Violence & AVOs.
Drug Offences+6 moreAssault & Violent Offences · Domestic Violence & AVOs · Criminal Law · Drink & Drug Driving · Fraud & White Collar Crime · Skilled & Business Visas
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Parramatta, NSW · Western Sydney
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CHIDIAC LAWYERS PTY LTD provides legal services in Parramatta, NSW. Listed practice areas include Criminal Law, Drug Offences and Assault & Violent Offences.
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Brisbane City, QLD · Brisbane CBD
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Watling Roche Lawyers provides legal services in Brisbane City, QLD. Listed practice areas include Assault & Violent Offences, Criminal Law and Domestic Violence & AVOs.
Assault & Violent Offences+7 moreCriminal Law · Domestic Violence & AVOs · Drug Offences · Traffic Offences · Personal Injury · Partner & Family Visas · Building & Construction
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Parramatta, NSW · Western Sydney
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Faraj Defence Lawyers provides legal services in Parramatta, NSW. Listed practice areas include Criminal Law, Assault & Violent Offences and Drug Offences.
Criminal Law+7 moreAssault & Violent Offences · Drug Offences · Drink & Drug Driving · Domestic Violence & AVOs · Health & Medical Practitioner Law · Mental Health & Guardianship Tribunal · Fraud & White Collar Crime
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Brisbane City, QLD · Brisbane CBD
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Fisher Dore Lawyers - Cairns provides legal services in Brisbane City, QLD. Listed practice areas include Criminal Law, Drug Offences and Assault & Violent Offences.
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Traralgon, VIC · Gippsland
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Pace & Associates Lawyers provides legal services in Traralgon, VIC. Listed practice areas include Family Law, Domestic Violence & AVOs and Wills & Estates.
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Southport, QLD · Gold Coast
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Potts Bill provides legal services in Southport, QLD. Listed practice areas include Criminal Law, Domestic Violence & AVOs and Litigation & Dispute Resolution.
Explain the exact allegation and whether the matter is at investigation, charge or hearing stage. The substance, alleged conduct and available evidence should be assessed from the documents.
Avoid treating all drug allegations as the same matter; ask the lawyer to explain the particular charge and process.
How the engagement may progress
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Send the charge, summons, bail paperwork and hearing dates through the method requested by the lawyer. Identify whether you are enquiring for yourself or someone else.
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Ask what evidence is available and what must be obtained. Decisions about a plea or statement should follow advice on your own circumstances.
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Confirm who will attend the next event, where to meet and what preparation is included. Ask how changes in the case would affect the estimate.
Fees and the scope of work
One mention, a contested hearing and an appeal are different scopes of work. Ask about preparation, barrister fees and additional appearances.
Ask for a written scope identifying the work you are authorising, the person responsible and when costs will be reviewed. If you only want advice on one step, say so before the firm begins wider work.
Dates to raise at first contact
Make hearing dates and bail conditions clear at first contact. If the firm cannot assist in time, ask about an available practitioner or the relevant legal-aid service.
Questions to ask a drug offences adviser
What evidence is available and what must be obtained?
What preparation is required before the next event?
Can you act before the next interview or hearing?
Who will appear and is that included in the quote?
What should I do if police contact me again?
Directory guidance updated 19 September 2026. General information to help you prepare for a conversation with a professional; not advice about your individual matter. Check current requirements with the relevant authority.
Good to know
Frequently asked questions
Is there a diversion option for possession?
Many states offer diversion or cautioning schemes for small quantities, depending on the drug and your history.
Should I plead guilty?
Get advice first. A lawyer can check whether the police followed proper procedure, whether a defence is available, and whether the charges can be reduced or withdrawn before you enter any plea.
Can I keep my licence after a drink driving charge?
It depends on the reading, your record and your state's laws. In some cases a lawyer can argue for a reduced disqualification period or a work licence where one is available.
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Domestic Violence & AVOs · Firearms & Licensing Matters · Health & Medical Practitioner Law · Traffic Offences · Partner & Family Visas · Drink & Drug Driving · Drug Offences
Free first consultThe firm advertises a free first consultation.
Free first consultThe firm advertises a free first consultation.
Free first consultThe firm advertises a free first consultation.
Free first consultThe firm advertises a free first consultation.
Free first consultThe firm advertises a free first consultation.
