The arrest was made by the Laois Roads Policing Unit last night.
Gardaí in Laois have arrested a motorist after they tried to avoid a checkpoint last night.
The driver then tested positive for cannabis, was discovered to be driving on a Learner's Permit, and did not have insurance.
A small quantity of cannabis was also found in the car.
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The action gets underway from 6pm this evening.
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€5.4m Of Heroin and Cocaine Seized
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Missing Laois Teenager Located Safe And Well
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