Hezekiah Parker Jnr Pleads Guilty to Cannabis Possession, Awaits October Sentencing
Hezekiah Parker Jr entered a guilty plea to cannabis possession charges and will learn his fate next month when he appears for sentencing.
Parker appeared before Magistrate Ngaio Emanuel today in connection with his arrest on June 1, when police discovered 127 grams of cannabis valued at $1,270 during a search of his residence.
The court scheduled his sentencing hearing for October 6.
Police executed a search warrant at Parker’s home where they discovered the cannabis along with cash. He was subsequently arrested and charged in connection with the findings.
Parker has remained on bail since his initial arrest and charging.
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