Defendant had alcohol reading of 11 times the legal limit for specified driver
The defendant appeared before Ballyshannon District Court, pleading guilty to the offence which took place in Kinlough, County Leitrim
A 54-year-old man has been disqualified from holding a driving licence after being caught driving at more than 11 times the legal limit for a specified driver.
At 9mcg of alcohol per 100ml of breath, the level of alcohol allowed for a specified driver is significantly lower than the standard 22mcg of alcohol per 100ml of breath. Specified drivers include newly qualified drivers, and those who drive for a living.
Jason Kelly of 36 Woodlands, Ballyshannon was before Ballyshannon District Court on Friday, May 15. He admitted driving while having an alcohol level of 104mcg per 100ml of breath. The offence occurred at Darty View, Laghta, Kinlough, County Leitrim, on May 7, 2026, and is contrary to Section 5(4)(b) and 5(5) of the Road Traffic Act 2010.
Kelly was represented by solicitor Bríd Miller. She outlined that her client had a long history of addiction, and had lost his job.
Judge Éiteáin Cunningham imposed a three-year driving ban and a fine of €250, allowing the defendant five months to pay.