Trafficking in Commercial Quantity – Charges Withdrawn
Case Overview
Our client, who had no prior criminal history, was found in a hotel room with a co-accused, alongside a large quantity of drugs, cash, and scales. She was charged with trafficking in a commercial quantity and other serious indictable offences. The charges carried mandatory jail time if convicted, and she was immediately remanded into custody, making the situation extremely distressing and high-stakes.
Defence Strategy
Drawing on extensive experience with complex drug trials, we immediately prioritised our client’s wellbeing by securing bail and connecting her to community supports. Our approach at the committal hearing focused on challenging the admissibility of key prosecution evidence, such as mobile phone downloads and DNA, and cross-examining police to reveal weaknesses in the Crown’s case. As the matter progressed, we conducted pre-trial cross-examination of the DNA expert and maintained pressure through rigorous case assessment. Ultimately, our strategic advocacy led the prosecution to withdraw all indictable offences against our client after the co-accused pled guilty.
Conclusion
All serious charges were dropped, allowing our client to retain her clear criminal record and remain in the community, where she has since returned to work. This outcome demonstrates the power of early intervention, tailored defence strategies, and thorough preparation at each stage of a complex criminal matter.
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