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Case No. 22101Possession of drugs for sale or supply; possession of cannabis · Co. Clare · 3 Oct 2020

John Dowling fined for possession of cocaine and cannabis in Newcastle West

John Dowling, 24, of Newcastle West, was fined €500 for possession of cocaine for sale or supply and €200 for possession of cannabis after Gardaí searched his home in October 2020. Judge Carol Anne Coolican noted from a probation report that he had a history of drug use from the age of 12.

  1. Reportednot reported
  2. Arrestednot reported
  3. Chargednot reported
  4. In courtnot reported
  5. Verdictnot reported
  6. Sentenced3 Mar
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Key facts

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  • whatJohn Dowling, 24, of Castle View, Newcastle West, was in court on drug charges. (limerickpost.ie)
  • whenGardaí searched his home address on 3 October 2020. (limerickpost.ie)
  • chargeHe was charged with possession of €280 worth of cocaine (3.9 grammes) for sale or supply. (limerickpost.ie)
  • chargeHe was charged with possession of €50 worth of cannabis. (limerickpost.ie)
  • courtThe case was heard at Newcastle West District Court. (limerickpost.ie)
  • sentenceHe was fined €500 for possession of drugs for sale or supply. (limerickpost.ie)
  • sentenceHe was fined €200 for possession of cannabis. (limerickpost.ie)

The reporting

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  1. 3 Mar2023
    Sentencedlimerickpost.ie, first report
    Accused man had been using drugs since he was 12 years old

    Sentencing report at Newcastle West District Court; judge noted long history of drug use from age 12 and imposed fines.

    accused, John Dowling, 24, male, named, irish (judged from name)John Dowling