by Chambers Legal | Aug 4, 2025 | Blog
Whilst Western Australian law recognises the essential role of prescription medication in a person’s health and wellbeing, it also imposes strict conditions around their possession. If you are found in possession of such substances without a valid prescription, you...
by Chambers Legal | Aug 4, 2025 | Blog
Attending music festivals, concerts and large public events is a common part of life in Western Australia. However, these environments are often heavily policed, with increased use of drug detection dogs and random searches. If you are found in possession of drugs at...
by Chambers Legal | Aug 4, 2025 | Blog
The legalisation of cannabis is a topic of constant public debate in Australia. It can be confusing for many, leaving them to wonder: Is cannabis possession still a criminal offence in Western Australia? The short answer is yes. Under current WA law, possessing...
by Chambers Legal | Aug 4, 2025 | Blog
If you are facing a drug possession charge in Western Australia, you might be wondering if you driver’s licence is at risk. In simple terms, it could be. A drug possession charge can lead to a licence disqualification if the court feels the facts of the case warrant...
by Chambers Legal | Aug 4, 2025 | Blog
In Western Australia, drug possession charges don’t just apply to substances themselves. In fact, you can be charged for possessing items that are associated with drug use. These are known as drug paraphernalia. Such charges are often misunderstood and underestimated,...
by Chambers Legal | Aug 4, 2025 | Blog
In Western Australia, offences such as drug possession are defined by complex legal terminology. For example, you may have heard the terms “Schedule 1” or “Schedule 2” drugs. These aren’t just technicalities, they directly affect how a possession case is handled and...
