Kildare motorist 16 years on a learner permit driving unaccompanied

Photo courtesy of An Garda Síochána Kildare | Leinster Leader

placeholder image — Photo courtesy of An Garda Síochána Kildare | Leinster Leader

The driver was one of several stopped by Naas Roads Policing Unit recently

Naas Roads Policing Unit, working with the Road Safety Authority, conducted a multi-agency checkpoint recently in Kildare.

A total of four vehicles were seized as part of the operation:

Two for licensing offences, rendering insurance void
One with 300 days’ outstanding motor tax
One driver found driving unaccompanied on a learner permit - held for 16 years

One motorist was also arrested on suspicion of drug driving, with cocaine and cannabis detected.

A garda spokesperson said of the offences: “These are not minor technicalities. Licensing, insurance, tax and drug-driving laws are there for a reason.

“All offences detected will result in court proceedings and/or Fixed Charge Penalty Notices (FCPNs). If you’re not legally entitled to drive - don’t drive. If you’re under the influence of drugs - don’t get behind the wheel.”