If a member of An Garda Síochána has formed a reasonable suspicion that a person may be in possession of drugs they can stop and search a person for drugs. They have to outline to

If a person were to have a conviction on their record for a drugs related offence this can effect their opportunities in life going forward. It would mean there could be a possibility be difficulties

If it is the first time a person is summonsed to court for possession of drugs they are exposed to the penalties set out under the Misuse of Drugs Acts if they are pleading guilty

The penalties for possession of any other controlled substance other than cannabis are a fine and/or a term of imprisonment not exceeding 12 months or both. It doesn’t matter if it is your first appearance

It is your first or second time appearing before the courts for possession of cannabis you could be subjected to a conviction and fine. In the case of a third or subsequent offence before the

The benefit of an adult caution is only applicable for the possession of Cannabis. If you were found in possession of other controlled substances such as cocaine, ketamine or ecstasy you will not be offered

If you have been found in possession of cannabis, which is a controlled substance under the misuse of drugs acts, a number of possibilities could happen. If you were found in possession of cannabis after