Former Republic of Ireland footballer Anthony Stokes had his 15-month prison sentence for drug dealing and dangerous driving overturned on appeal. The 36-year-old, previously banned from driving for five years, was caught with €3,700 worth of cocaine and driving under the influence. The District Appeals Court replaced his jail time with a suspended sentence and a community service order while maintaining the driving ban. Stokes has struggled with addiction since his football career ended, but the judge acknowledged his potential and current drug-free status, warning him of severe consequences for any further offenses.

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