Facing Allegations of Illicit Drug Production?
Here’s What You Need to Know
Being accused of manufacturing prohibited drugs is a serious offence in NSW and can lead to significant penalties, even if your role was limited. Common circumstances that may lead to charges include:
- Assisting with the setup or operation of equipment used to make drugs
- Providing materials or premises knowingly used in drug production
- Participating in any step of the synthesis process, regardless of scale
Even if you did not directly produce the substance, involvement in any part of the process can result in criminal charges.
If you have been charged or questioned, contact Brightstone Defence Criminal Lawyers immediately for strategic legal guidance.
Under NSW law contained in section 24(1) of the Drug Misuse and Trafficking Act 1985, drug manufacture refers to the process of producing, preparing, or synthesising illegal drugs. This could involve running a lab, mixing chemicals, or even just helping out with any step in the production of substances like MDMA, methamphetamine, or LSD. It’s not just “big operations”, even smaller scale home manufacturing falls under this offence.
检方必须证明的要素
To convict someone of drug manufacture, the prosecution must show that:
- The person participated in the manufacture of a prohibited drug (actively or by helping)
- They knew or were reckless as to the fact that a prohibited drug was being made
- The substance produced is illegal under the Drug Misuse and Trafficking Act 1985 (NSW)
It’s not enough to be near the scene — you must be knowingly involved.
可能的防御
Some legal defences that may apply include:
- Lack of knowledge – if the person didn’t know they were part of drug production
- Duress – they were forced or threatened to take part
- No actual drug – if the substance isn’t legally classified as a prohibited drug
- Mistaken identity – they weren’t the person involved
Each case is dependent on the specific facts and evidence, making it essential to have a lawyer that is able to provide you with the most accurate legal advice for your case.
潜在的处罚
Penalties depend on the type and quantity of drug, and the scale of the operation, but as stated in section 24(1) of the Drug Misuse and Trafficking Act 1985, they can include:
- Up to 15 years imprisonment for all drugs except cannabis
- A maximum of 10 years imprisonment for cannabis
- Life imprisonment for large commercial quantities
- Hefty fines (hundreds of thousands)
- A criminal record, which can seriously impact future travel, employment, and study
Even minor involvement can have serious consequences.
法律程序
& 选项
If charged, you will need to appear in court. The prosecution must prove you knowingly participated in the manufacture of a prohibited drug. Our lawyers can assist you at every stage, from bail applications to court representation.
恳求
无罪
We will build a tailored defence strategy, which may involve:
- Challenging whether the substance was a prohibited drug
- Raising defences such as lack of knowledge or mistaken identity
- Identifying flaws in the prosecution’s evidence or procedure
Our team will thoroughly examine all aspects of your case and fight for the best possible result on your behalf.
恳求
有罪
Your matter will proceed directly to sentencing. Entering an early guilty plea may:
- Reduce your sentence and legal costs
- Demonstrate remorse, increasing your chances of a more lenient outcome
- Improve your prospects of avoiding a criminal conviction through a Section 10 or Conditional Release Order
Before pleading guilty, speak to Brightstone Defence to understand your rights and options.
- 不，它也可以包括生产过程中的任何步骤，例如：
- 混合前体
- 组装实验室设备
- 准备成分并意图制造禁止物质
- 不，即使在小规模上也是非法的。
无论规模或数量如何，根据《1985年新南威尔士州毒品滥用和贩运法》第24(1)条，这都是一项刑事罪行。
当然。检察官需要证明存在生产禁止毒品的意图。仅仅拥有某些化学品或工具而没有意图可能不符合制造的法律定义。然而，拥有强大的法律支持以帮助区分您的参与至关重要。
法律上，制造禁止毒品通常指被包括在生产中。这可以包括，例如：
- 去朋友家帮助他操作药丸机
- 购买家庭套件并在家自制MDMA
供应意图可以从以下证据推断：
- 安排交易的短信
- 拥有可密封袋或秤
- 大量无法解释的现金
- 在一个知名的毒品分发区域
法院会考虑以下因素：
- 罪行的情况
- 犯罪者的犯罪历史和品格
- 减轻因素（《1999年犯罪（判决程序）法》第21A条）
初犯者很少被监禁。替代判决可以包括：
- 罚款
- 社区释放令
- 社区瞫正令
初犯者可以通过以下方式避免定罪：
- 参加毒品法院项目
- 追求康复
- 获得第10条
- 提交道歉信
- 提供品格推荐信
前体物质是用于制造新南威尔士州禁止毒品的材料。
新南威尔士州法律限制未经授权拥有某些前体，例如伪麻黄碱，如果意图用于毒品制造。
- 供应涉及分发的证据或分发禁止毒品的意图
- 被视为供应适用于当某人被发现拥有超过可贩运数量的毒品时
- 在这种情况下，法律推定供应意图，即使没有直接证据
是的。根据《1985年毒品滥用和贩运法》第29条，如果您被发现拥有超过可贩运数量的毒品，法律会推定供应意图，除非另有证明。
是的。对于小量（15到30克干燥大麻），新南威尔士州警察可以发出大麻警告。
《大麻警告计划》：
- 自2000年以来一直实施
- 由新南威尔士州警察部队运营
- 在1999年新南威尔士州毒品峰会后制定
警察有酸量权发出警告，鼓励法律意识和健康支持。
对于更严重的罪行，请立即寻求法律建议。
- 不，它也可以包括生产过程中的任何步骤，例如：
- 混合前体
- 组装实验室设备
- 准备成分并意图制造禁止物质
- 不，即使在小规模上也是非法的。
无论规模或数量如何，根据《1985年新南威尔士州毒品滥用和贩运法》第24(1)条，这都是一项刑事罪行。
法律上，制造禁止毒品通常指被包括在生产中。这可以包括，例如：
- 去朋友家帮助他操作药丸机
- 购买家庭套件并在家自制MDMA
前体物质是用于制造新南威尔士州禁止毒品的材料。
新南威尔士州法律限制未经授权拥有某些前体，例如伪麻黄碱，如果意图用于毒品制造。
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