• Cocaine and crack are illegal and are Class A drugs. • The maximum penalty for possession of a Class A is seven years in prison and/or a fine. • The maximum penalty for supply (giving or selling it to someone else) is life imprisonment and/or a fine. • A drugs record can cause serious problems at home and school, and could affect job prospects. • If you have a drugs record, it can be difficult to get a visa to travel to some countries. The information given here is general. If specific legal advice is required, please consult a solicitor.