What are first time drug possession charges in NSW? Drug
possession occurs if you have illegal drugs in your custody. In
NSW, drug possession is an offence under the
Drug Misuse and Trafficking Act 1985 (NSW).
Drug possession or first time drug possession charge in NSW
falls under summary
offences in the Act. Summary offences are less severe
than indictable
offences but still includes a
criminal record. In this case, prosecution must prove beyond
reasonable doubt that the offender knew that the illegal substance
was in their possession.
What are prohibits drugs?
Schedule 1 of the Drug Misuse and Trafficking Act 1985 lists
all names of drugs that are prohibited in NSW. For instance, these
include cannabis, MDMA, ecstasy, cocaine, Amphetamine,
Methylamphetamine etc.
