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
The maximum penalty for supply is 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 sell external doors, a work injury claims service 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. The term “conspiracy” has numerous definitions however one of the most widely used by criminal defence solicitors is:-
So what is a conspiracy? Well this is where two or people have agreed to commit some form of crime.
