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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Penrith, NSW · Western Sydney
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Sydney Criminal Defence Lawyers provides legal services in Penrith, NSW. Listed practice areas include Criminal Law, Assault & Violent Offences and Traffic Offences.
Criminal Law+7 moreAssault & Violent Offences · Traffic Offences · Bail Applications · Firearms & Licensing Matters · Fraud & White Collar Crime · Drug Offences · Drink & Drug DrivingFree first consultThe firm advertises a free first consultation.
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Werribee, VIC · Western Melbourne
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A Hannebery provides legal services in Werribee, VIC. Listed practice areas include Criminal Law, Domestic Violence & AVOs and Assault & Violent Offences.
Criminal Law+7 moreDomestic Violence & AVOs · Assault & Violent Offences · Motor Vehicle Accidents / CTP · Litigation & Dispute Resolution · Drug Offences · Fraud & White Collar Crime · Wills & EstatesFree first consultThe firm advertises a free first consultation.
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Liverpool, NSW · Western Sydney
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Astor Legal provides legal services in Liverpool, NSW. Listed practice areas include Criminal Law, Assault & Violent Offences and Drink & Drug Driving.
Criminal Law+7 moreAssault & Violent Offences · Drink & Drug Driving · Traffic Offences · Domestic Violence & AVOs · Fraud & White Collar Crime · Drug Offences · Health & Medical Practitioner LawFree first consultThe firm advertises a free first consultation.
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Byron Bay, NSW · Northern Rivers
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East Point Law provides legal services in Byron Bay, NSW. Listed practice areas include Bail Applications, Criminal Law and Traffic Offences.
Bail Applications+7 moreCriminal Law · Traffic Offences · Drug Offences · Drink & Drug Driving · Fraud & White Collar Crime · Health & Medical Practitioner Law · Mental Health & Guardianship TribunalFree first consultThe firm advertises a free first consultation.
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Sydney, NSW · Sydney CBD
Daniel Wakim Law Firm provides legal services in Sydney, NSW. Listed practice areas include Criminal Law, Domestic Violence & AVOs and Administrative & Government Law.
Criminal Law+7 moreDomestic Violence & AVOs · Administrative & Government Law · Litigation & Dispute Resolution · Drug Offences · Assault & Violent Offences · Firearms & Licensing Matters · Fraud & White Collar Crime
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Warwick, QLD · Toowoomba & Darling Downs
McConnell & Saldumbide Criminal Lawyers provides legal services in Warwick, QLD. Listed practice areas include Criminal Law, Domestic Violence & AVOs and Firearms & Licensing Matters.
Criminal Law+6 moreDomestic Violence & AVOs · Firearms & Licensing Matters · Health & Medical Practitioner Law · Traffic Offences · Drink & Drug Driving · Drug OffencesFree first consultThe firm advertises a free first consultation.
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Minyama, QLD · Sunshine Coast
ROBINSON LAW PTY LTD provides legal services in Minyama, QLD. Listed practice areas include Bail Applications, Domestic Violence & AVOs and Assault & Violent Offences.
Bail Applications+7 moreDomestic Violence & AVOs · Assault & Violent Offences · Drink & Drug Driving · Property & Conveyancing · Drug Offences · Criminal Law · Fraud & White Collar Crime
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Joondalup, WA · Perth North
Timpano Legal Criminal Lawyers Mandurah provides legal services in Joondalup, WA. Listed practice areas include Criminal Law, Bail Applications and Assault & Violent Offences.
Criminal Law+7 moreBail Applications · Assault & Violent Offences · Fraud & White Collar Crime · Drug Offences · Criminal Appeals · Partner & Family Visas · Traffic OffencesFree first consultThe firm advertises a free first consultation.
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WN Legal Pty Ltd provides legal services in Osborne Park, WA. Listed practice areas include Assault & Violent Offences, Criminal Law and Drink & Drug Driving.
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Inner West Criminal Lawyers provides legal services in Liverpool, NSW. Listed practice areas include Criminal Law, Traffic Offences and Assault & Violent Offences.
Criminal Law+7 moreTraffic Offences · Assault & Violent Offences · Domestic Violence & AVOs · Drink & Drug Driving · Drug Offences · Bail Applications · Fraud & White Collar CrimeFree first consultThe firm advertises a free first consultation.
★★★★★★★★★★5.0(169)Google rating from 169 reviews, retrieved 18 Sept 2026
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Port Augusta Magistrates Court provides legal services in Adelaide, SA. Listed practice areas include Criminal Law, Traffic Offences and Drug Offences.
Criminal Law+6 moreTraffic Offences · Drug Offences · Business & Commercial Law · Drink & Drug Driving · Domestic Violence & AVOs · Firearms & Licensing Matters
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Streeton Criminal Lawyers provides legal services in Sydney, NSW. Listed practice areas include Criminal Law, Drink & Drug Driving and Domestic Violence & AVOs.
Criminal Law+7 moreDrink & Drug Driving · Domestic Violence & AVOs · Traffic Offences · Assault & Violent Offences · Fraud & White Collar Crime · Drug Offences · Partner & Family VisasFree first consult
★★★★★★★★★★4.8(140)Google rating from 140 reviews, retrieved 18 Sept 2026
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Inner West Criminal Lawyers provides legal services in Sydney, NSW. Listed practice areas include Criminal Law, Traffic Offences and Assault & Violent Offences.
Criminal Law+7 moreTraffic Offences · Assault & Violent Offences · Drug Offences · Domestic Violence & AVOs · Bail Applications · Fraud & White Collar Crime · Drink & Drug DrivingFree first consultThe firm advertises a free first consultation.
★★★★★★★★★★4.7(110)Google rating from 110 reviews, retrieved 18 Sept 2026
Gilshenan & Luton Legal Practice provides legal services in Brisbane City, QLD. Listed practice areas include Health & Medical Practitioner Law, Coronial Inquests and Criminal Law.
Health & Medical Practitioner Law+7 moreCoronial Inquests · Criminal Law · Employment Law · Domestic Violence & AVOs · Drug Offences · Assault & Violent Offences · Fraud & White Collar Crime
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Oxley Barristers and Solicitors provides legal services in Launceston, TAS. Listed practice areas include Criminal Law, Bail Applications and Drink & Drug Driving.
Criminal Law+7 moreBail Applications · Drink & Drug Driving · Assault & Violent Offences · Fraud & White Collar Crime · Property & Conveyancing · Drug Offences · Business & Commercial LawFree first consult
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Barsha Defence Lawyers provides legal services in Parramatta, NSW. Listed practice areas include Drink & Drug Driving, Bail Applications and Criminal Law.
Drink & Drug Driving+7 moreBail Applications · Criminal Law · Traffic Offences · Domestic Violence & AVOs · Drug Offences · Assault & Violent Offences · Property & ConveyancingFree first consultThe firm advertises a free first consultation.
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Hannay Lawyers provides legal services in Brisbane City, QLD. Listed practice areas include Criminal Law, Drink & Drug Driving and Assault & Violent Offences.
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Understand the next step
A practical guide to drug offences
What to discuss at the first meeting
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.
