Heroin addict is told he has 'a terrible record' by Craigavon judge

A heroin addict has been told by a Criagavon judge he has ‘a terrible record’.

The 41-year-old appeared before Craigavon Magistrates Court.

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Martin McAree, aged 41, of Lockkeepers Lodge, Craigavon pleaded guilty to no insurance and no driving licence at William Street, Lurgan on August 22, 2024.

District Judge Michael Ranaghan said he had “a terrible record”.

McAree’s barrister said he has a heroin addiction.

For each offence he was given a three months driving ban concurrent and £150 fine plus a £15 offender levy.

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