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Court report involving Joe Stokes
Summary
Joe Stokes (32) of Longford pleaded guilty to two public order offences and cocaine possession. Gardaí responded to reports of suspicious behaviour in Springlawn; when directed to leave the area, Stokes returned and became aggressive and abusive. A search at Longford Garda Station revealed a small bag of cocaine which Stokes admitted was for his own use.
Who, what, where, when and why
What: Report matter: Court report involving Joe Stokes. Charges or matters: Threatening and abusive behaviour; Failing to comply with directions of a Garda; Possession of cocaine. Procedural stage: sentence
When:
- 2022-09-23 Publication
Case subjects
Defendant
Charges: Threatening and abusive behaviour; Failing to comply with directions of a Garda; Possession of cocaine (Admitted)
Plea: Guilty
Outcome: Fined €150 for threatening and abusive behaviour, fined €200 for failing to comply with Garda directions. Cocaine possession charge taken into consideration.
Places mentioned
- Longford
- Longford District Court
- search at Longford Garda Station
- Longford
Topics
Drugs Public Order Stage Sentence
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