The Misuse of Drugs Act 1971 places ‘controlled’ substances into three different categories:
1. Class A:
Cocaine, crack, ecstasy, heroin, LSD, magic mushrooms prepared for use, amphetamines (if prepared for injection), and in some instances cannabis oil
The maximum penalty for possession is 7 years in prison and/or a fine
So what is the maximum penalty for supply? Answer: Life imprisonment and/or a fine
2. Class B:
Amphetamines, Ritalin, barbiturates
The maximum penalty for possession is 5 years in prison and/or a fine
The maximum penalty for supply is 14 years in prison and/or a fine
3. Class C:
Cannabis, Rohypnol, GHB, temazepam, supply of anabolic steroids and tranquillisers
The maximum penalty for possession is 2 years in prison and/or a fine
The maximum penalty for supply is 5 years in prison and/or a fine
Prior to continuing I would like to make it clear that I am not involved in the legal system in any way; I actually offer external doors, welding equipment and I also provide training for foster carers.
If an investigation has started or an arrest has been made is essential that professional advice be obtained from criminal defence solicitors as soon as possible. Now of course in the majority of the larger drug trafficking cases there are a number of people involved in the other operation, some from different countries in many situations. When this happens the prosecution is able to change the offence to conspiracy. This type of offence is rarely possible without the assistance or collusion of others and conspiracy charges may result from the most loose or informal associations between those committing criminal offences. Many of the readers of this article will no doubt be aware that there are a wide range of definitions of the term conspiracy however probably the most widely used by criminal defence solicitors is:-
A conspiracy is an agreement between two or more people to carry out a criminal purpose, whether that purpose is an end in itself or a means to an end.
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This post was written by admin on September 6, 2010
