Woman in court had 102 previous convictions

A prolific offender with 102 previous convictions is turning her life around, a court heard.
By Simon Drury
Published 5th Apr 2022, 12:09 BST
Updated 5th Apr 2022, 13:45 BST
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Forty five-year-old Nicola Lord has 102 previous convictions District Judge Jane Goodwin was told at Blackpool Magistrates court.

Lord admitted drug driving and a bail act offence.

She was given a new one year community punishment by magistrates sitting y/esterday, with 15 rehabilitation days and a she must attend a six month alcohol treatment order to address her problem drinking.

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The court heard that Lord had been seen driving a car by police. Their suspicions were alerted when they saw the vehicle swerving all over the road .

A drug wipe administered by officers revealed she was over the limit for cocaine.

She must pay £280 in costs and was given an 18 month driving ban .

The judge was told that Lord had been co operating with the probation service and shown a positive attitude.