Fine and points for Portstewart student

Emma McDermott (21) of Old MIll Grange, appeared before District Judge Richard Wilson, last Wednesday.

Court heard that a police patrol stopped McDermott in her Peugeot car near her home.

McDermott was the front seat passenger of the car. Her friend had offered to drive her home from a party after she had taken a few drinks.

However, he did not have insurance for her vehicle or a driving licence.

A defence solicitor told the court that it was a ‘genuine mistake’.

District Judge Richard Wilson fined McDermott 130 and gave her six penalty points.