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Our experienced criminal lawyers handle a broad spectrum of cases, including drug offences, driving suspensions, traffic violations, theft, fraud, assault, and even murder.
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Legal issues can arise at any time. Our criminal law team is available 24/7 to provide legal advice, with a free initial consultation to discuss your case.
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Led by a former police officer and senior prosecutor, our criminal law team has in-depth knowledge of court procedures. This experience allows us to build strong defence strategies for our clients.
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With years of courtroom experience, we handle most summary matters without the need to engage a barrister, keeping legal costs manageable while delivering effective representation.
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Are you facing a drug charge and concerned about how a conviction could affect your career, reputation, and personal freedom? The stakes are high, and how you approach your defence can shape your future. You can either take chances with the outcome or have a dedicated legal team standing by your side to work on protecting your rights.
If you want strong legal representation, our drug offence lawyers in Hawkesbury are available 24/7 to help you fight the charges and minimise their impact on your life.
How Can Our Hawkesbury Drug Offence Lawyers Help?
A drug conviction can have lasting consequences, from fines and prison time to a criminal record that affects employment, travel, and professional licensing. It can also impact personal relationships and limit access to government support.
At Kells, our drug offence lawyers have extensive experience handling drug-related charges. We provide clear legal advice for those facing possession, supply, or trafficking offences in Hawkesbury.
With a strategic approach, we aim to reduce penalties or have charges withdrawn where possible, so you have the best chance at protecting your future.
Frequently Asked Questions
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What do I do if I am caught with drugs?
Drug possession, supply, and cultivation are treated seriously in NSW and often result in criminal convictions with severe penalties.
Schedule 1 of the Drug Misuse and Trafficking Act categorises drug quantities into small, trafficable, indictable, commercial, and large commercial, which determine potential penalties.
Drug charges can be complex, so seeking specialist legal advice before making any decisions is crucial. A conviction can impact employment, travel, and future opportunities, so getting the right legal support early can improve your chances of a favourable outcome.
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What are the different types of drug offences?
Drug offences in NSW are classified as either summary offences or indictable offences.
Summary offences include possession, administration, forging prescriptions, and aiding and abetting.
Indictable offences cover more serious charges like cultivation, supply of prohibited plants, and drug trafficking.
Whether you are facing a summary or indictable offence, our drug offence lawyers in Hawkesbury provide legal guidance to help minimise penalties and protect your future.
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What are the penalties for drug charges?
The penalties for drug offences in NSW vary, ranging from fines and community-based sentences to prison time and a criminal record.
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What drugs are prohibited?
Prohibited substances under NSW law include cannabis (leaf, oil, resin), cocaine, heroin, lysergic acid, methylamphetamine, and MDMA/ecstasy.
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Do you handle drug driving cases?
Yes, our criminal defence team also represents clients facing drug driving charges.
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What is drug driving?
Drug driving occurs when a person operates a vehicle under the influence of drugs, impairing their ability to drive safely. NSW law prohibits driving with detectable amounts of cannabis, methylamphetamine, ecstasy, cocaine, or certain prescribed medications in your system.
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What are the penalties for drug driving?
Penalties for drug driving in NSW depend on the drug type, level of impairment, and prior offences. Possible consequences include fines, licence disqualification, community service, mandatory drug education programs, and imprisonment in serious cases.
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