The Long-Term Repercussions Of Drug Charges

Drug charges are not only likely to be harmful to your reputation, but these types of criminal charges can have a negative long-term impact on everything from your current employment, to future career aspirations. Drug offences are considered very serious in the eyes of the law, and for these reasons anyone accused of such related crimes should quickly seek advice or representation. Possession, supply and production of substances are all common offences which can seriously dent your chances of that fulfilling job or opportunity you’ve always wanted - which is why we have put together this handy guide.

Read on for all the information you need, from the prominent drug charges which can cause needless hassle, to the crucial process of seeking professional assistance from Lefevre Litigation solicitors.

Assessing The Context

As is the case with every criminal charge or accusation of a crime, context is very important. An individual found to be recreationally using small amounts of a Class C drug will be dealt with very much differently compared to someone found carrying a large amount of a Class A substance. Although no charge is likely to come as a welcome addition to your record, other impending penalties may include fines and prison sentences, which should be dealt with as a matter of urgency. Contact a defence attorney today if you have any pressing concerns about the process.

Criminal Record

Your criminal record is a recording of criminal charges you’re associated with, and can become prominent if you have even just one offence listed, as minor as it may be. It is estimated that there are more than 11 million individuals with a criminal record in the UK alone, potentially restricting access to everything from jobs and insurance cover, to loans and travel outside of the country. Offences of a sexual or violent nature are going to have a particular bearing on this criteria, though particular career paths and opportunities may become all but inaccessible if an individual has a criminal record with unspent offences.

Employment And Your Future

Though a criminal record stemming from drug offences shouldn’t make anyone exempt from pursuing the employment of their choice, jobs that involve working with children or vulnerable adults, law enforcement positions and private security work will consider past unspent convictions. Most criminal convictions become spent after a period of time - meaning the conviction can effectively be ignored by employers in the best case scenario.

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