A 31-YEAR-OLD Blackburn man who admitted possessing cannabis with intent to supply claimed it was social rather than commercial dealing.
Blackburn magistrates heard Andrew Archer said he was selling to family and friends and not to make money.
Archer, of Kelsal Avenue, Blackburn, pleaded guilty on a basis to possessing with intent to supply.
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He was remanded on bail for a hearing when evidence will be called to establish the facts.
Jonathan Taylor, defending Archer, said of the case: Archer had been providing cannabis for friends and family members.
“This is not a case of street dealing.” said Mr Taylor.
Catherine Allan, prosecuting, said there was a straightforward issue.
“The prosecution say text messages support the fact he was dealing drugs for monetary gain over a significant period of time,” said Miss Allan.
Gareth Price, defending, said his client had conceded in the past that he had anger management problems and would welcome any help.
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