Steroids

Law

  • Class C
  • Schedule 4 (2)
  • Possible offences:
     
  • Possession With Intent To Supply
    • Maximum sentence – 14 years, a fine, or both
  • Supply (including being concerned in supply, conspiracy to supply, aggravated supply and offer to supply)
    • Maximum sentence – 14 years, a fine, or both
  • Production
    • Maximum sentence – 14 years, a fine, or both
  • It's legal to possess or import steroids as long as they're for personal use. Importation or exportation of steroids for personal use can only be carried out in person. Importation or exportation of steroids for personal use using postal, courier or freight services is now illegal.

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