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Charged with Drug Production in Ottawa? Protect Your Rights Today
If you’ve been accused of manufacturing, growing, or cultivating illegal drugs in Ottawa, you may be facing a drug production charge under the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act (CDSA). This is one of the most serious offences in Canadian drug law—and it can carry severe penalties, including lengthy prison sentences or even life imprisonment, depending on the substance and scale of the operation.
Even producing cannabis without proper federal authorization can result in criminal charges with life-altering consequences.
Drug production allegations are aggressively pursued by police and Crown prosecutors. These cases often involve search warrants, surveillance operations, and large volumes of evidence. However, not all evidence is obtained lawfully—and constitutional violations, flawed investigations, or gaps in the prosecution’s case can result in charges being reduced or dismissed.
At Affordable Defence, we know that your freedom, future, and reputation are at stake. Our Ottawa-based criminal defence lawyers will:
- Conduct a thorough review of the evidence against you
- Identify any violations of your Charter rights
- Challenge unlawful searches, faulty warrants, or improper police conduct
- Build a strong, strategic defence tailored to your circumstances
Whether you’re facing an indictable offence for large-scale production or a summary charge for smaller operations, you need experienced counsel who knows how to protect your rights at every stage.
The earlier you speak with a skilled drug crime lawyer at Affordable Deence, the better your chances of avoiding a conviction and the harsh penalties that come with it.
Powerful Defence for Drug Production Charges in Ottawa
What are the classifications of drugs in Ontario?
The CDSA classifies controlled substances into a series of “schedules”.
These are large groups of drugs classified according to their chemical properties and effects on the user.
This helps authorities assess the seriousness of a drug crime.
The schedules are very detailed. The following four schedules are the ones that are covered by drug production laws.
The CDSA states that it is illegal to produce any of the following:
- Schedule I: Cocaine, heroin, codeine, morphine, opium, GHB (“date rape” drug),
- Schedule II: Cannabis, including cannabis resin and marijuana
- Schedule III: LSD, magic mushrooms
- Schedule IV: Barbiturates (such as clonazepam, diazepam, Amytal, Nembutal, etc.)
Understanding a charge for drug production
Drug production charges can be laid against you for obtaining a drug by:
- Synthesizing or manufacturing it
- Using any available method to change its physical or chemical qualities
- Harvesting it
- Cultivating or growing anything that it can be derived or extracted from
However, a drug production charge can usually only be made after lengthy police operations against the accused party or parties.
This may include:
- Surveillance
- Phone wiretapping
- Interception of inline communications
- Monitoring usage of resources (like water)
This evidence against you is open to challenge by a skilled lawyer who is experienced in drug charge cases.
There are many gray areas to the law and these present opportunities for your defence.
What are the penalties for drug production?
Penalties for a drug production conviction are very severe.
If you have a prior drug conviction, you will be refused bail after being charged.
Then, if convicted at trial, you can expect the following types of sentence, even for a first-time offence:
- Up to life imprisonment, with a minimum of three years imprisonment if convicted of producing Schedule I drugs (cocaine, heroin, etc.) in excess of a certain amount
- Up to life imprisonment, with 1-3 years imprisonment standard if convicted of producing Schedule II drugs (cannabis and marijuana)
- Up to 10 years imprisonment, if convicted of producing a Schedule III drug (LSD, magic mushrooms, etc.)
- Up to three years imprisonment, if convicted of producing a Schedule IVI drug (barbiturates)
A jail term is serious enough. You will also have a lifelong criminal record that can affect:
- Your ability to travel outside of Canada (even to the U.S.)
- Your immigration status (for non-Canadian citizens)
- Your employment prospects
How We Defend Drug Production Charges in Ottawa
At Affordable Defence, we provide skilled legal representation for individuals facing drug production charges—whether tied to cannabis, methamphetamine, or other controlled substances. These charges are often serious indictable offences, but a strong defence can make all the difference.
Our Ottawa criminal defence lawyers have successfully handled complex drug cases—even in situations that seemed unwinnable. We start by examining every detail of your case, including how evidence was obtained, the procedures followed by law enforcement, and whether your Charter rights were violated.
Key Defence Strategies We May Use
- Challenging Unlawful Searches or Seizures: If police failed to obtain a valid warrant or conducted an illegal search, the evidence may be inadmissible.
- Highlighting Gaps in the Prosecution’s Case: Drug production cases often involve assumptions or circumstantial evidence. We look for weaknesses that can lead to charges being dropped or reduced.
- Ensuring Due Process Was Followed: If police deviated from legal protocols, we will argue for exclusion of improperly obtained evidence.
- Strategic Trial Defence: If your case proceeds to trial, we will prepare a rigorous defence—cross-examining officers, scrutinizing lab results, and challenging witness credibility.
Our mission is to protect your rights, hold the Crown to its burden of proof, and pursue every available path to reduce the impact of a conviction. Whether you’re facing summary or indictable drug charges, our firm will stand by your side with the experience and determination you need.
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