Fairfield · South-West Sydney
Drug Possession Lawyers in Fairfield
People in Fairfield facing a drug possession charge often wait to get advice. Don't: what happens in the first fortnight shapes the whole matter.
A possession charge is often the moment to protect your record, before a conviction follows you. For clients in Fairfield and across South-West Sydney, we bring that defence to your local court.
Fairfield serves a highly multicultural community. We are used to acting for clients from many backgrounds and can help arrange interpreters where needed. We defend the full range of drug possession allegations. See our Drug Possession & Use page for how we approach these charges in detail.
We give Fairfield clients an honest early assessment: what the evidence really shows, what is winnable, and what it will cost. We explain where you stand in plain language and, where it helps, in your community's language, and prepare your matter to its strengths.
What's at stake. Possession of a prohibited drug carries a maximum of 2 years imprisonment and/or a fine, but a large proportion of matters resolve without a conviction. The Cannabis Cautioning Scheme and drug diversion may also apply.
Our defence record in this area is set out in full on our case results, including acquittals and charges withdrawn on drug possession and related matters.
Your enquiry is treated in confidence. If you or a family member has been charged with a drug possession offence in Fairfield, call us. The earlier we're involved, the more we can do.
Drug Possession questions in Fairfield
Will a drug possession charge give me a criminal record?
Not necessarily. Courts frequently deal with possession matters without recording a conviction (a section 10 / conditional release order), especially for first offences prepared properly. That is often the central goal.
Which court will my drug possession matter be heard at in Fairfield?
Depending on the charge and its seriousness, drug possession matters in Fairfield are generally dealt with at the Fairfield Local Court. We appear at all of these and will advise you on where your matter will be listed.
The earlier we start, the more we can do.
Whether you’ve been charged, arrested, or are helping a family member, the earliest advice is the most valuable.