There are laws about drugs in Victoria, including the use, possession, cultivation and trafficking of drugs of dependence. If you go to court for a drug offence there may be legal services available.
Public intoxication is no longer against the law in Victoria, a health-based model is currently in place.
There are many services available to support you if you or someone you know needs help, including young people. These are listed on this page.
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- Community legal centres: find a community legal centre near you an get access to free legal help and information.
- Law Institute of Victoria – Find your lawyer referral service: this service helps you find a private lawyer near you for a free 30 minute interview. The interview is not for legal advice, but it can help you understand more about your legal issue and options.
- Court Network: this volunteer group can support you if you have to attend court. Although they are not lawyers they can tell you about how court works. You can also call them and make a booking for support.
- Alcohol and Drug Foundation – drug facts: find out what different drugs are, and what they do to your body.
- Youth Law Australia – drugs: find out about drugs and related offences in Victoria.
- Department of Health – Alcohol and other drug treatment services: learn about the Department of Health’s services to support those who need help with drugs and alcohol.
- Harm reduction Victoria: get access to health information and the Pharmacotherapy Advocacy Mediation and Support phoneline.
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