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Woman (40) who had succesful career before alcohol difficulties is banned from roads
Summary
Iwana Waldynsk was fined after the court found she had refused to provide a blood or urine sample following her arrest. Judge Anne Watkin imposed a €1,500 fine and disqualified Waldynsk from driving for four years. Iwana Waldynsk pleaded not guilty.
Who, what, where, when and why
What: Report matter: Woman (40) who had succesful career before alcohol difficulties is banned from roads. Charges or matters: failing to provide a blood or urine sample following a drink-driving arrest. Procedural stage: sentence
When:
- October 4, 2024 Incident
- 2026-03-05 Publication
Case subjects
Accused
Charges: failing to provide a blood or urine sample following a drink-driving arrest (Alleged Or Contested)
Plea: Not guilty
Outcome: Judge Watkin imposed a €1,500 fine, allowed nine months to pay, and disqualified Waldynsk from driving for four years.
Places mentioned
- Dún Laoghaire District Court
- was brought to Dundrum Garda Station
- Dundrum
- was requested at the garda station
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