Disqualified motorist caught driving in West Cork was 'desperate to get to work'

A West Cork motorist was caught driving while disqualified and without valid insurance or tax. The judge opted not to extend the disqualification after hearing the defendant was under significant personal and financial pressure.
Why it matters
The case highlights the intersection of legal enforcement and socio-economic desperation in rural communities.
When the vehicle was checked by a Garda patrol it was found to have no valid tax or NCT. File picture
The report is a straightforward factual account of a court proceeding.
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