Supplying prohibited drugs on an ongoing basis

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Overview

Ongoing Supply The offense of ongoing supply, as defined in section 25A of the Drug Misuse and Trafficking Act, involves the following elements:

If found guilty of ongoing supply, the maximum punishment is 20 years of imprisonment, and/or a fine amounting to $385,000.

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Engaging in the supply or deemed supply of a prohibited drug is considered a more severe offence than simple drug possession, leading to significantly higher penalties. The extent of these penalties hinges on both the specific quantity and the type of prohibited substance involved.
The maximum legal consequences for these offenses are influenced by factors such as the particular drug variant and the amount in question. Below is a table that provides an overview of the penalties associated with some frequently encountered prohibited drugs:

Quantity	Cannabis leaf	Cocaine	Heroin	MDMA (Ecstasy)	Penalty
Small	30g	1g	1g	0.25g	Local Court: 2 years imprisonment and/or a $5,500 fine. District Court: 15 years imprisonment (10 years for cannabis) and/or a $220,000 fine.
Traffickable	300g	3g	3g	0.75g	Local Court: 2 years imprisonment and/or an $11,000 fine. District Court: 15 years imprisonment (10 years for cannabis) and/or a $220,000 fine.
Indictable	1kg	5g	5g	1.25g	District Court: 15 years imprisonment (10 years for cannabis) and/or a $220,000 fine.
Commercial	25kg	250g	250g	125g	District Court: 20 years imprisonment (15 years for cannabis) and/or a $385,000 fine.
Large Commercial	100kg	1kg	1kg	0.5kg	District Court: Life imprisonment (20 years for cannabis) and/or a $550,000 fine.

“Supply on an ongoing basis” typically involves more systematic or continuous drug distribution activities over an extended period, often at a higher level than a one-time supply.

Penalties for ongoing drug supply are usually more severe than for one-time supply. They may include substantial fines and lengthy prison sentences, especially for large-scale operations.