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Man who hid ecstasy tablets in his underwear may escape prison sentence
Summary
James Marry, 25, was found in unlawful possession of 51 ecstasy tablets on 27 October 2010 in Balbriggan. He hid the tablets in his underwear and fled from Gardaí before being searched. Marry pleaded guilty and has three prior drug convictions, including suspended sentences. He is a carer for his mother. Judge Dermot Dempsey questioned whether a custodial sentence was necessary, noting Marry had been given chances already. The judge requested a Probation & Welfare Report to decide if 140 hours of community service could replace a four‑month prison term.
Who, what, where, when and why
What: Report matter: Man who hid ecstasy tablets in his underwear may escape prison sentence. Charges or matters: being in unlawful possession of 51 ecstasy tablets for sale or supply valued at €300 on October 27th, 2010 at Drogheda Street in Balbriggan. Procedural stage: sentence
When:
- October 27th, 2010 Incident
- 2014-01-14 Publication
Why: ' He sought a Probation & Welfare Report in order to determine whether Marry is suitable for community service. CNI source report
Case subjects
Defendant
Charges: being in unlawful possession of 51 ecstasy tablets for sale or supply valued at €300 on October 27th, 2010 at Drogheda Street in Balbriggan (Admitted)
Plea: Guilty
Outcome: Marry, who has three previous drug related convictions including suspended sentences, is a carer for his mother, the court heard. Judge Dermot Dempsey questioned why he shouldn't impose a custodial sentence when Marry 'has been given chances already?' He sought a Probation & Welfare Report in order to determine whether Marry is suitable for community service.
Places mentioned
- Drogheda Street
- Swords
- Swords District Court
- Mountjoy prison
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