A court has ordered a probation report for a 24-year-old man who was caught with heroin and cocaine at his home following a garda search.
Atilas Misevicius, of Montpellier View, Tallaght, pleaded guilty at Tallaght District Court to multiple counts of possession and possession for sale or supply of heroin and cocaine, contrary to the Misuse of Drugs Acts.
The court heard that gardaí called to the address on 2 February last and found 20 small bags of cocaine with an estimated street value of €210, along with €500 in cash. Misevicius accepted responsibility when questioned by gardaí.
The court also heard Misevicius had been previously found with heroin and cocaine worth €1,000 at the same address on 1 May, 2024.
Defending solicitor Michael Hennessy said his client had taken responsibility at the earliest opportunity.
Mr Hennessy said Misevicius had been homeless between the ages of 19 and 22 after his mother entered a new relationship and he struggled to get on with her partner. Counsel said his client has since moved away from the Tallaght area, secured a job with an international delivery company, and now has a one-year-old child.
The court heard Misevicius is originally from Latvia but has lived in Ireland all his life. Mr Hennessy said his client had been using cocaine while living in hostels, but is no longer taking drugs.
He added that Misevicius has no previous convictions.
Judge Patricia McNamara ordered a probation report and remanded him on continuing bail to appear again at Tallaght District Court on 16 January next.