Drug Possession

Our Featured Articles on Drug Possession

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  Is Kratom Legal in Australia?

  What is Kratom and is it illegal in Australia? This article outlines the law and penalties of possessing or supplying Kratom in Australia. continue reading

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  What is a Criminal Lawyers’ Role?

  What happens when a criminal lawyer comes across a client who confesses guilt but maintains a plea of ‘not guilty’? “I did It, but I want you to defend me”. continue reading

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  Drug Offences in NSW

  Recent report calls for reform in sentencing for social supply of illicit drugs in Australia. This article outlines the drug law quantities in NSW. continue reading

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  Researchers Question Why Public Support Has Not Prompted Pill Testing Reform

  While almost two-thirds of the public support pill testing at music festivals, no state Government has yet formally adopted the harm reduction method... continue reading

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  Merit Program: The NSW Courts Diversionary Pathway for Drug & Alcohol Addicts

  How does the Magistrates Early Referral Into Treatment Program work for those suffering drug and alcohol addiction who find themselves facing criminal charges? Click here… continue reading

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  Nicotine Vaping and the Law: An interview with Dr Alex Wodak, President of the Australian Drug Law Reform Foundation

  Click here for the law on possessing, using or importing liquid nicotine in Australia… continue reading

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  Drug Court Program and Eligibility in NSW

  Report finds NSW Drug Court reduces risk of reoffending in the long term. Click here for an outline on how the Drug Court works and its success… continue reading

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  NSW Police Commissioner Defends Officers Who Performed ‘Unlawful’ Arrest on Curtis Scott

  NSW Police Commissioner Mick Fuller has sought to defend the actions of police officers involved in the wrongful arrest of NRL player Curtis Scott... continue reading

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  Can Police Search You Using a Drug Detection Dog in NSW?

  Sniffer dog operations have returned following their apparent suspension due to concerns related to the COVID-19 pandemic. Click here for more... continue reading

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  Section 32 Mental Health Applications now Replaced by Section 14 to Get Criminal Charges Dismissed in Court

  The new laws on section 32 mental health diversionary pathways for defendants facing criminal charge(s) in NSW Courts. Click here for more… continue reading

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