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Drug Offences

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If you or a loved one are accused of drug possession, possession with intent to supply or trafficking, having the right legal representation is crucial to clearing your name. Cartwright King’s specialist Drug Offences Solicitors can provide clear, reliable advice when you need it most, representing you throughout your case.

To speak to a specialist Cartwright King Drug Offence Lawyer, get in touch now.

How Cartwright King can help you with drug offences

Cartwright King takes a non-judgemental approach to your case, bringing a calm, confident presence to help ease the stress you’re under. We listen, we understand and we care about what happens to you. That’s why we’re committed to clearing you of any wrongdoing. We can help you if you’ve been accused of:

  • Possession of drugs
  • Possession with intent to supply drugs
  • Involvement in the supply of drugs
  • Conspiracy to supply drugs
  • Cultivation of drugs
  • Production of a controlled drug
  • Importation of drugs
  • Allowing premises to be used for drugs
  • Related offences such as abstracting electricity, money laundering and any ensuing confiscation proceedings

Unique advocacy services

If you are under investigation for drug offences, you need constant and consistent legal representation. Cartwright King can represent you at every stage of your case, giving you reliable, professional and effective legal guidance whenever and wherever you need us.

Our unique advocacy services give you legal representation from the police station through to the Higher Courts. When you need us most, we will be there with the legal know-how and calm head to guide you through your case.

Benefit from free legal advice at a police station

If you’re arrested on suspicion of drug offences, Cartwright King’s professional solicitors are available day and night to offer free legal advice at the police station. Our priority is to ensure that your position is protected and your defence is properly presented.

You have the right to choose who you want to represent you legally. Tell the police you want to be represented by Cartwright King, and one of our specialist Drug Offence Solicitors will be there, no matter where you are in the UK.

Why choose Cartwright King for drug offence defence?

Criminal defence is our specialism that’s why our lawyers are available 24 hours a day, seven days a week. We can represent you at short-notice, which is often crucial to your defence.

70% of our cases involve defending against criminal charges, including drug offences. Our reputation is built on successfully clearing people accused of criminal activity. We’re trusted, resourceful and calm under pressure, giving you defence counsel that you can count on.  That’s why we’re recognised by Legal 500 and Chambers and Partners as specialists in Criminal Defence.

Legal Fees

If you find yourself arrested on suspicion of drug offences and taken to a police station, remember you have the right to free and independent legal advice. 

Instructing Cartwright King means you’re choosing the leading provider of Legal Aid for criminal defence services. Any  representation and advice we provide you in the police station is entirely free.

To receive calm, collected legal representation, and an immediate, 24/7 response, please call us, or email your enquiry.

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Frequently asked questions.

What sentence could I face?

Cartwright King will do everything we can to help you avoid prosecution, giving you sound, sensible legal advice and sure guidance throughout legal proceedings.

If you are found guilty, drug offence sentences vary according to the nature of the offence and the type of drug(s) involved:

Possession with Intent to Supply Drugs
Maximum Sentence
Class A
Life imprisonment
Class B
14 years’ custody and/or unlimited fine
Class C
14 years’ custody and/or unlimited fine

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  • Chet Desai is amazing 

    Chet Desai is amazing. Great support and advice. He even attended a meeting with me at very last minute. Highly recommend
    Meera Pala, (November 2023)
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    Sherena Lawrence has provided excellent support throughout my application for Indefinite Leave to Remain. At every step of the process, she explained in detail what needed to be done. Sherena ... Read more Great help with the ILR application
    Ilia, (November 2023)
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    Sharad came as a recommendation from another solicitor and I am hugely grateful that he was. The advice, support and professionalism was reassuring at time when I was at a ... Read more Recommend
    Andrew Buglass, (November 2023)
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    Honestly, amazing experience with our lawyer Sherena Lawrence. Very professional, knows her stuff, kept us updated instantly, kept us feeling prioritised. We had a positive outcome of our case and ... Read more Absolutely amazing
    Salah Salem, Review Solicitors (November 2023)
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    Was in need of a criminal defence solicitor recently , I contacted Cartwright King via there website and received a call from James within hours , visited the office the ... Read more Fantastic, friendly service
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    Leanne was a pleasure to deal with despite the nature of my case. Leanne and her team were amazing both in court and out of court. Communication between Leanne and ... Read more Professional but Human!
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    Having done my research and reading reviews I decided on Cartwright King. I am so glad I did. The best decision I made. Communication with James started straight away he ... Read more Best choice
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    Abbie gave clear and honest advice on my case and helped lift some of the burden. A most pleasant and caring solicitor.
    Richard, Review Solicitors (September 2023)