Our client was a recent law graduate concerned that a conviction for possession of drugs may impact his ability to practice as a solicitor.

He had been charged with possession of 1.8 grams of ecstasy (MDMA) and  detected by police in possession of the ecstasy at an event in Sydney.

When the matter came for sentence in the Local Court in Sydney, our client avoided a conviction and was placed on a bond for a period of 12 months.  The court took into account his remorse, the quantity of the drug, his prior good character, as well as the active steps he had taken to address his behaviour.

Possession of a Prohibited Drug is a serious offence under the Drug Misuse and Trafficking Act and carries a maximum penalty of 2 years imprisonment.  

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