Drug production encompasses various activities involved in the creation of illegal drugs, including manufacturing, cultivating, or assisting in any part of the production process. This includes actions such as making the drug, growing plants used in drug production, or any other method involved in the production chain. It’s important to note that even allowing someone to use your property for the purpose of growing or manufacturing drugs can be considered participation in the production process. Therefore, individuals should exercise caution and awareness regarding any activities related to drug production, as they may be held liable under the law.

Controlled drugs are categorised into three classes based on the level of harm caused by their misuse. The possession, supply, or production of a drug falls into one of these classes, which in turn determines the severity of the offence.

Class A

Drugs are treated as the most dangerous and include cocaine, ecstasy, heroin, LSD, magic mushrooms and crystal meth.

Class B

Drugs include codeine, ketamine, cannabis and ‘spice’.

Class C

Drugs include anabolic steroids, minor tranquilisers, GHB and khat.