Published 1 August 2025
About this booklet
This free booklet is a general guide to help you understand the law when it comes to drugs and dealing with police.
It includes information about:
- laws relating to using, possessing and trafficking drugs
- being arrested and bail
- your rights
- drug diversion programs and drug court
- pill testing
- safer substance use
- what to do if someone overdoses
- where to get help.
Updates on laws
Bail
Bail laws have changed.
From 26 March 2025, it may be harder to get bail. Visit our website ‘Being released from police custody’ for more information.
Updated