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County Durham man banned for drug driving on the A167
Jack Patrick Tuttle, 30, of Oak Green, Brandon, appeared at Newton Aycliffe Magistrates’ Court on May 25.
Tuttle pleaded guilty to driving a Nissan Juke with more than 800 Benzoylecgonine in his blood on November 13, 2025, exceeding the legal limit.
Tuttle also admitted driving without a valid licence and using the vehicle without third-party insurance on the same date and location.
The court took his guilty pleas into account.
For the drug drive offence, Tuttle received a 17-month driving ban and a £200 fine.
He must also pay £85 in prosecution costs and an £80 surcharge, with deductions to be made from his benefits.
No separate penalties were imposed for the licence and insurance offences.
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