A MAN has been fined after police caught him with cannabis.
Michael Reynolds, of Strand Walk, appeared at Mold Magistrates Court on Thursday morning.
The 51-year-old had been convicted of one offence of possessing cannabis at a prior hearing; the offence having happened in September last year at Strand Walk.
Prosecutor Justin Espie told the court Reynolds was arrested regarding matters which had not come before the court.
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When he was searched, he was found to be in possession of the substance.
Simon Simmons, defending, told the court police had found a "small amount" of cannabis consistent with personal use.
"He had nerve damage and arthritis," Mr Simmons explained.
"He smoked cannabis because it helps him sleep.
"He knows it's a criminal offence and pleaded guilty at the first opportunity."
Mr Simmons added his client was "not heavily convicted for a 51-year-old."
The court handed down an £80 fine and ordered Reynolds to pay £85 costs, as well as a £32 victim surcharge.
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