Most accusations relating to drug offences centre around the possession, distribution or production of illegal drugs, supply, conspiracy to further these and similar offences.
Class A Drugs are typically the most dangerous. These include both ‘crack’ and powder cocaine, heroin, LSD and MDMA etc. Offences relating to class A drugs are almost always dealt with at the Crown court, as they often result in lengthy custodial sentences if one is convicted.
Class B Drugs are considered slightly less serious, and convictions for an offence linked to class B drugs are less likely to lead to long prison terms. Non-custodial sentences are more common. Class B drugs include ketamine, cannabis and amphetamines, among others.
Class C drugs are often available via prescription. Custodial sentences for offences related to class C drugs are rare, but can occur if large amounts were involved or if the operation was commercially based.