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Satchell Moran Solicitors
10 Dryden Road
Wavertree Technology Park
Liverpool, L7 9PG

0151 268 8282
info@satchellmoransolicitors.com

Representation for Drug Possession Charges

Possession of a Controlled Substance is one of the most common drug offences in the UK. The severity of the charge and potential penalty depends entirely on the “Class” of the drug found in your possession and the quantity involved.

Even for simple possession, having expert drug offences solicitors can be the difference between a caution and a criminal record.

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Specialist Solicitors

Our specialist drug offences solicitors provide robust, non-judgemental defence strategies.

Expert Defence

Having an expert solicitor is vital. A conviction can lead to life-altering consequences.

Defence Strategy

Having expert solicitors can be the difference between a caution and a criminal record.

Supply, Production, and Importation Offences

Even for simple possession, having expert drug offences solicitors can be the difference between a caution and a criminal record.

Our drug offences solicitors have extensive experience handling complex cases involving:

Possession with Intent to Supply (PWITS): The prosecution must prove you intended to sell or transfer the drugs. We challenge this by examining the evidence—was the quantity consistent with personal use? Was there paraphernalia (scales, bags, tick lists) present?
Production and Cultivation: This ranges from small-scale cannabis cultivation to large-scale manufacturing of Class A substances. Penalties can be severe, including up to 14 years for Class B production or life imprisonment for Class A production.
Conspiracy and Importation: Allegations of importing drugs often involve multi-agency investigations (Police, NCA, HMRC). These cases are complex and rely heavily on mobile phone analysis and cell site data. Our drug offences lawyers work with forensic experts to challenge the prosecution’s interpretation of this technical evidence.

Categories of Offence

This is one of the most common drug offences in the UK. The severity of the charge and potential penalty depends entirely on the “Class” of the drug found in your possession and the quantity involved. Classifications are as below:

Includes Crack Cocaine, Cocaine, Ecstasy (MDMA), Heroin, LSD, Magic Mushrooms, Methadone, and Methamphetamine (Crystal Meth).

Includes Amphetamines, Barbiturates, Cannabis, Codeine, Ketamine, Methylphenidate (Ritalin), and Synthetic Cannabinoids.

Includes Anabolic Steroids, Benzodiazepines (Diazepam), Gamma Hydroxybutyrate (GHB), and Khat.

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Why choose Satchell Moran Solicitors?

Our dedicated drug offences team handles a wide range of cases of varying complexity and severity. We are experienced, professional and will be by your side every step of the way.

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Expert Help For Drug Offence Charges

If you have been charged with a drug offence it is vital that you seek legal representation as soon as possible. Doing thismeans that we have the best chance of preparing a thorough defence for you and mitigating the consequesnces to the best of our ability. Our expert, non-judgemental team are here to help.

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How can our experienced solicitors help you?

If you are under investigation or facing charges for drug offences, immediate specialist legal representation is critical to protecting your liberty.

Our dedicated drug offences team handles a wide range of cases of varying complexity and severity. We are experienced, professional and will be by your side every step of the way.

Drug Offences FAQs

Possession means you had drugs for your own personal use. Possession with intent to supply means the authorities believe you intended to sell or share the drugs with others. The latter carries significantly harsher sentences.

Class A: Up to 7 years for possession; Life imprisonment for supply/production.

Class B: Up to 5 years for possession; Up to 14 years for supply/production.

Class C: Up to 2 years for possession; Up to 14 years for supply/production.

While imprisonment is possible, first-time offenders caught with small quantities for personal use are often dealt with via fines, cautions, or community orders. However, expert legal advice is vital to minimise the risk of a custodial sentence.

This refers to the transport of illegal drugs from one area to another, often across police and local authority boundaries, usually by children or vulnerable people who are coerced into it by gangs. These are treated as serious exploitation and trafficking cases.