Possession with Intent to Sell or Supply – Fine Only Outcome

Mr Sheehy recently travelled to Broome to represent a client at sentencing for charges of possessing a prohibited drug with intent to sell or supply (cannabis), together with possessing unlawfully obtained property, namely $5,000 cash alleged to be proceeds of crime.

The prosecution alleged that the client was in possession of just under half a kilogram of cannabis, which had been cryovac packaged and concealed within hidden compartments of a motor vehicle, together with a significant sum of cash. The circumstances were said to demonstrate serious commerciality, exposing the client to more serious sentencing outcomes.

Following submissions on the client’s behalf, the Court imposed fines only.

Importantly, serious penalties including a community-based order or term of imprisonment were avoided.

This represents an excellent outcome in the circumstances, particularly having regard to the significant quantity of cannabis and the indicia of supply.