Criminal Law and Provincial Offences
Are you looking for an Ottawa Drug Lawyer?
Dynamic Legal Solutions can help you if you are asking your self the question 'how do I find a Drug Lawyer in Ottawa'. It is important for these charges that you find a lawyer who is particularly experienced in criminal law. A criminal lawyer will now how to deal with federal prosecutors regarding charges under the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act.
If you would like to speak with a criminal lawyer in Ottawa who practices in the field of narcotics and drugs, contact David Anber at 613-755-4008 or visit his Criminal Lawyer's Website. You can also call toll free at 1-888-989-3946.
Below is some general information uploaded by Mr. Anber. Please be advised that the information below may possibly be out of date and therefore it does not constitute legal advice. For confirmation of this information or for information on any offences not listed, please contact David Anber, a Criminal Lawyer at 613-755-4008 or 888-989-3947 or visit David Anber, Criminal Lawyer's Website (CLICK HERE)
Possession of marijuana (weed / pot / cannabis)(up to 30g) or hashish (up to 1g)
Summary Prosecution
Maximum Penalty: 6 months in jail or $1,000 fine
Possession of marijuana or hashish
Maximum Penalty under Summary Prosecution: 6 months in jail or $1,000 fine (first offence) / 1 year in jail or $2,000 fine (subsequent offence)
Maximum Penalty under Indictable Prosecution: 5 years in jail
Possession of heroin or cocaine
Maximum Penalty under Summary Prosecution: 6 months in jail or $1,000 fine (first offence) / 1 year in jail or $2,000 fine (subsequent offence)
Maximum Penalty under Indictable Prosecution: 7 years in jail
Possession of meth amphetamines, mescaline, psilocybin or LSD
Maximum Penalty under Summary Prosecution: 6 months in jail or $1,000 fine (first offence) / 1 year in jail or $2,000 fine (subsequent offence)
Maximum Penalty under Indictable Prosecution: 3 years in jail
Trafficking (includes possession for the purpose of trafficking) marijuana or hashish (under 3kg)
Indictable Prosecution
Maximum Penalty: 5 years in jail
Trafficking (includes possession for the purpose of trafficking) marijuana or hashish (3 kilograms or +)
Indictable Prosecution
Maximum Penalty: Life imprisonment
Trafficking of cocaine or heroin (includes possesion for the purpose)
Indictable Prosecution
Maximum Penalty: This offence is punishable by up to life in jail
Cultivation of marijuana (Grow Operations /grow op)
Indictable Prosecution
Maximum Penalty: 7 years in jail
Production of cocaine, heroin or hashish
Indictable Prosecution
Maximum Penalty: Life
Theoretically a conditional discharge or absolute discharge is available for all of these offences as there is no mandatory minimum penalty.
Please be advised that this information may possibly be out of date and therefore it does not constitute legal advice. For confirmation of this information or for information on any offences not listed (i.e. offenses relating to barbituates, anabolic steroids etc), please contact David Anber, a Criminal Lawyer at 613-755-4008 or 888-989-3947.