Below is a list of some of the different drugs available and
their classes.
|
Class A |
Class B |
Class C |
| Drug |
Heroin, cocaine, ecstasy, LSD or crack cocaine |
Cannabis, mephedrone or amphetamine (speed) |
Ketamine or GHB |
| Maximum penalty for supplying |
Life imprisonment and an unlimited fine |
14 years imprisonment and an unlimited fine |
14 years imprisonment and an unlimited fine |
| Maximum penalty for possession |
7 years imprisonment |
5 years imprisonment |
2 years imprisonment |
If you’re under 18 this is the procedure if you commit an
offence:
- 1st offence - You will receive a reprimand which is an
official warning from the police
- 2nd offence - You will be given a final warning which, as
the name suggests, is your final warning
- 3rd offence - You will be charged and sent to court where
you may receive a conviction which will stay with you for
life
It’s important to note that for serious offences you can be sent
directly to court.
Reprimands or final warnings are wiped after 5 years. However
they will always show up on an extensive criminal record check.
This means it can still affect your future career prospects.