SM was charged with ‘Possess prohibited drug’ as a result of being found with ketamine in his possession at a hotel hosting an electronic dance party.
SM retained Chris Cole and a plea of guilty was entered on his behalf. At Sentence, Chris tendered an Affidavit from SM and various character testimonials in support of his good character. The Presiding Magistrate ultimately determined it inexpedient to record a conviction and instead placed SM on a Conditional Release Order without conviction for 2 years. The only term of that Order is to be of good behaviour for its duration.
This is a pleasing result.