Trafficking

Drug trafficking cases should be taken very seriously. In addition to imprisonment, a conviction for this offence can have significant consequences on one’s life and liberty. It is imperative to have an experienced defence lawyer to represent you if you are charged.

Drug Trafficking

Have you or someone you care about been charged with Drug Trafficking?

Drug trafficking cases should be taken very seriously. In addition to imprisonment, a conviction for this offence can have significant consequences on one’s life and liberty. It is imperative to have an experienced defence lawyer to represent you if you are charged.

What is Drug Trafficking?

This charge includes, but is not limited to, selling, giving, transferring, administering, delivering, and offering to sell drugs. It also includes people who aid or abet those who traffic drugs as a party to the offence.

Depending on the nature of the drug and the amount, drug trafficking can result in serious consequences, including years in jail. The breadth of drug trafficking cases is wide-ranging: from momentary transactions between two individuals involving a small amount of marijuana to ongoing conspiracies over a long duration involving substances like cocaine or heroin. Depending on the complexity of the case, evidence can include extended police surveillance, wiretapping on phone lines, and undercover police agents.

Trafficking can also be committed by holding a substance out to be a narcotic. As long as the accused represented the substance as a narcotic, they can be found guilty of drug trafficking, even if the substance in question is not contraband.

Multiple offences of trafficking, depending on the nature of the drug, can result in extremely high jail sentences, including, in some circumstances, life imprisonment.

Drug trafficking is a very serious crime in Canada, which can put one’s liberty, employment, and immigration status at stake. Hundal Law Firm provides legal representation to individuals facing trafficking offences.

Criminal law matters can have serious consequences for individuals and their families. Having knowledgeable legal representation can help an accused understand the charges, the evidence, and the available legal options.

Call us at (416) 888-0592 if you or a loved one has been charged. We are here to help.

See also, Possession, Production, Importing, All Drug Offences

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes. The breadth of drug trafficking cases is wide-ranging: from momentary transactions between two individuals involving a small amount of marijuana to ongoing conspiracies over a long duration involving substances like cocaine or heroin. Depending on the complexity of the case, evidence can include extended police surveillance, wiretapping on phone lines, and undercover police agents.

The substance and quantity will determine whether someone is charged with trafficking or not. Certain amounts may also trigger mandatory minimum penalties under the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act. For example, for a Schedule I substance, there are provisions that may impose mandatory minimum sentences for certain importing, exporting, or trafficking offences depending on the circumstances and quantity involved.

Factual Innocence: If the Crown is unable to prove the essential elements of the particular offence beyond a reasonable doubt, they will have failed to discharge their burden, and the accused will be acquitted.

For certain Schedule I and II substances, the maximum punishment can include life imprisonment. Mandatory minimum penalties may also apply depending on the substance, circumstances of the offence, and applicable legislation.

Trafficking includes, but is not limited to, selling, giving, transferring, administering, delivering, and offering to sell drugs. It also includes people who aid or abet those who traffic drugs as a party to the offence.

Getting drug charges dropped often depends on the specific circumstances of your case and the strength of the evidence against you. A skilled lawyer may identify issues such as improper police conduct, lack of sufficient evidence, or violations of your Charter rights, which can lead to charges being withdrawn or dismissed.

Participating in diversion programs, such as drug treatment or community service, may also result in charges being withdrawn, especially for first-time or minor offences. Demonstrating rehabilitation or presenting mitigating factors to the Crown can further support your case.

Consulting with an experienced criminal defence lawyer is important to understanding your options and determining an appropriate legal strategy for your case.

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