When police searched a local man’s home, he believed he was facing serious consequences when the police found over half a dozen mature cannabis plants and 5kg of cannabis leaf – this is equivalent to an indictable quantity, which can carry fines of $220,000 or 15 years imprisonment.
He reached out to the team at Wollongong Criminal Law, concerned that he might face a custodial sentence or lengthy supervision through Community Corrections.
The team immediately put his concerns at ease, analysing the facts, assessing his limited record, and ensuring that we presented his best case.
A person charged with possess prohibited drug faces a maximum of 2 years imprisonment or a fine of $22,000.
Ted Neaves appeared on our client’s behalf and made lengthy and detailed submissions to the Magistrate. The result – a conditional release order without conviction.
This is yet another success story for the team at Wollongong Criminal Law – we work to ensure that clients charged with possession are in the best position possible to avoid a conviction.
“I would highly recommend Ted Neaves and his team… The service and support is second to None.”
“Ted provides professional, astute legal advice with care and consideration. He prepares for his matters thoroughly with the client always coming first.”
“I was on my Red Ps when I was charged with low range drink driving. I walked out of Court with a non-conviction and I kept my driver licence! I was over the moon. Highly recommended.”
“A personal thanks to Ted. Nice guy, great service! Highly recommended.”
“Great service. Always available to provide assistance when required.”
"Efficient, reliable service. Highly recommended."
"Ted was professional, understanding and explained the criminal law & court process. I could not be happier with the outcome & would highly recommend him to anyone."
"A very positive attitude to my case. Exceptional communication and a very professional approach. Highly recommend."
"Ted helped me with two different cases. He is very professional and definitely someone you can count on when you are looking for genuine advice. Very happy with his work and I will definitely refer to him in the future."
"I was charged with drug possession. Ted secured me a non-conviction. The advice I was given was honest and concise"