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Case No. 23709Possession of cocaine · Co. Laois · 12 Mar 2021

Man fined for cocaine possession in Portlaoise

Michael Houlihan, 41, of Portlaoise, was fined €150 at Portlaoise District Court after admitting to possessing €30 of cocaine at Lakeglen, Portlaoise, on 12 March 2021. Judge Michelle Finan noted he has 14 previous convictions but none for drugs.

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  6. Sentenced6 Dec
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Key facts

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  • whatMichael Houlihan admitted possessing €30 of cocaine at Lakeglen, Portlaoise, on 12 March 2021. (leinsterexpress.ie)
  • sentenceJudge Michelle Finan fined the man €150 and gave him 12 months to pay. (leinsterexpress.ie)
  • otherThe man has 14 previous convictions but none for drugs. (leinsterexpress.ie)

The reporting

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  1. 6 Dec2022
    Sentencedleinsterexpress.ie, first report
    Fine for cocaine possession in Portlaoise

    Reports the sentencing: a €150 fine with 12 months to pay for a minor cocaine possession charge.

    suspect, Michael Houlihan, 41, male, named, irish (judged from name)Michael Houlihan