Possession and Trafficking Offences
Drug offences are primarily dealt with in the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act, which is federal legislation concerning prohibited substances and their use and transport. These offences are often very serious and law enforcement uses considerable resources, including wiretaps and long-term surveillance, to obtain arrests and convictions against producers and traffickers. Your life can be turned upside-down if you are caught up in a major drug bust, even if you were only in the wrong place at the wrong time.
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A drug offence conviction, even a minor one, is a permanent stain on your record that will seriously impact your employment and travel prospects. Retaining a lawyer promptly is critical to avoid becoming overwhelmed by significant police and prosecutor resources.
Consequences
If you are convicted for a drug offence, you may be subject to some or all of:
Immediate
- A permanent criminal record
- Custodial sentences, including mandatory minimums for serious offences
- Significant court-imposed fines and forfeiture of cash and items
- Probation orders with strict conditions
- Obligation to pay restitution
Long-Term
- Foreign travel and U.S. entry bans
- Revocation of security clearances
- Loss of employment and other opportunities
- Potential immigration consequences
- Risk of increased penalties for new or repeat offences
- Prejudice in future dealings with law enforcement
Advocating For You
01
Intake
Your voice will be heard. We listen to your story and review the allegations with you. We also review any release conditions imposed on you, and consider whether they can be varied if they negatively impact your work or daily life.
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Disclosure
You will understand the case against you. We request and obtain complete disclosure, including surveillance, statements, and financial or other documents. We review the disclosure to identify any weaknesses or inconsistencies in the evidence against you.
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Meeting
You will be prepared to make decisions about your case. We review the evidence together and we advise you on the strength of the Crown's case and any available defences, with a view of designing the best strategy to meet your goals.
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Disposition
Your strategy will be set in motion. We negotiate to obtain the best possible resolution position with the prosecutor. Then, we execute the best defence strategy - whether to resolve the matter or to have a trial - with the goal of protecting you in your immediate and long-term goals.
Consult With Our Team
Confidential defence strategy for drug charges. Reach out for a direct consultation regarding your case.