Khat

Law

  • Class C (as of 24th June 2014)
  • Schedule 1

·         Possible offences:

  • Possession

               - Maximum sentence – 2 years/fine/both

  • Possession With Intent To Supply

               - Maximum sentence – 14 years/fine/both

  • Supply (including being concerned in supply, conspiracy to supply, aggravated supply and offer to supply)

               - Maximum sentence – 14 years/fine/both

  •  Production

               - Maximum sentence –  14 years/fine/both

  • Cultivation of khat

               - Maximum sentence –  14 years/fine/both

In practice maximum sentences are rarely used, for more detailed and accurate information go to our sentencing page.