Expert defence solicitors for conspiracy to supply Class A in Gateshead and Washington
Conspiracy to supply Class A drugs is a serious offence carrying a maximum sentence of life in prison. If you are being investigated in relation to supplying drugs or you are facing charges of conspiracy to supply Class A UK drugs, it is crucial to speak to a solicitor immediately.
At John Donkin Solicitors, we have extensive experience of providing a defence to conspiracy to supply Class A drugs. We will step in straightaway to ensure that your rights are observed and to check that the police have not exceeded their authority in dealing with your case.
We will provide advice and representation for police station interviews under caution and help you ensure you do not inadvertently damage your defence.
During the pre-trial stage, we will obtain copies of all of the evidence and information that the prosecution has and put together the strongest possible defence. If your case reaches trial, we will ensure that you are represented by an expert barrister.
To speak to one of our expert conspiracy to supply lawyers, call us on 0191 416 2182 (Washington) or 0191 495 2896 (Gateshead) or complete a Free Online Enquiry today.
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What Is Conspiracy To Supply Class A Drugs?
Under the Misuse of Drugs Act 1971, Class A drugs include:
- Cocaine
- Crack cocaine
- Heroin
- Ecstasy/MDMA
- Methadone
- LSD
- Methamphetamine/crystal meth
- Magic mushrooms
Conspiring to supply Class A drugs involves an agreement between two or more people to sell, distribute or pass drugs to others. The authorities do not have to prove that the transaction has actually taken place, just that there is an agreement to do so.
Examples of conspiracy to supply drugs include:
- Discussing sale and purchase of drugs
- Collecting or delivering drugs
- Being part of a drugs transaction
- Allowing premises to be used in drugs transactions
If the police believe that you are involved in supplying drugs but cannot show that you were in agreement with someone else over this, they could charge you with being concerned in the supply of drugs or possession with intent to supply drugs.
These are all serious offences that carry potential prison sentences.
Conspiracy To Supply Class A Sentencing Guidelines
Sentencing guidelines for supplying or offering to supply a Class A drug or possession of a Class A drug with intent to supply it to another give a normal sentence range of between a high-level community order to 16 years’ custody. The maximum sentence is life imprisonment.
In deciding on the level of sentence, the courts will look at a range of factors, including:
- Alleged role in the offence and whether it was leading, significant or lesser
- The level of potential harm, generally based on the amount of the drug involved
- Aggravating factors, such as whether there are previous convictions, whether vulnerable individuals were involved, use of weapons or violence and attempts to conceal or dispose of evidence
- Mitigating factors, such as being coerced, no previous convictions, remorse, age or lack of maturity and the incident being isolated
We will work with you to establish what mitigating factors exist, should these be needed, and present a strong case on your behalf to secure the lowest possible sentence, should you have been convicted.
For conspiracy to supply Class B drugs sentencing guidelines for most offences range from a fine to ten years imprisonment, with a maximum sentence of 14 years for the most serious crimes.
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Our Defence For Conspiracy To Supply Class A Drugs Services
Our drugs offences defence solicitors offer robust representation for all types of drug charges. Our advice will be clear and pragmatic and we will discuss with you the best approach for your case as well as the options open to you.
We will look for any errors made in the police handling of your case that may provide the opportunity to ask for charges to be dropped. We will assess the evidence and establish whether there is reasonable doubt over your involvement in a conspiracy. If the prosecution cannot prove an agreement on your part, then you should not be found guilty of conspiracy to supply.
We know how to put together the strongest possible defence and to identify any key failures or weaknesses in the prosecution case. We have an excellent reputation for providing solid representation, including in complex and potentially high-tariff cases.
Contact Our Gateshead And Washington Conspiracy To Supply UK Solicitors
If you are being investigated on suspicion of conspiring to supply Class A drugs, you need the best possible reputation to protect your rights and freedom. Our team has many years of experience in dealing with conspiracy to supply charges and a proven track record.
To speak to one of our expert conspiracy to supply Class A lawyers, call us on 0191 416 2182 (Washington) or 0191 495 2896 (Gateshead) or complete a Free Online Enquiry today.
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