The car was also seized.
A learner driver has been arrested in Laois for a variety of traffic offences.
Gardaí initially pulled over the motorist after spotting them on their phone while at the wheel, but were also found to be driving unaccompanied and without tax or insurance.
The driver also tested positive for cannabis after a roadside drugs test.
Strike Action: Picket Lines Up And Running Across Midlands Hospitals, Schools, and County Councils
There will be widespread disruption across Laois, Offaly and Westmeath today.
€600m Farm Payment Delays A "Bombshell For Farm Families" - IFA
Advanced BISS and CRISS payments are being pushed back from Friday to October 27th.
Emergency Services Attend Offaly Fire
No injuries were reported.
Enoch Burke Facing Potential Return To Jail
Wilson's Hospital School in Multyfarnham is launching a new High Court application for his committal to prison.
Midlands 103 Reporter Travels To The Horn Of Africa To Cover Drought And Flooding Issues
Reporter Lynsey Dolan has travelled to Somaliland, a country in north-eastern Africa.
Midlands TD Confident Government Supports Will Meet Farmers Needs
Longford Westmeath TD Micheal Carrigy says the State has always stood up when supports are needed.
Offaly Councillor Demands FIx To Ongoing Water Supply Issue
Edenderry Councillor Fergus McDonnell says there's ongoing water supply issues in the Clonmullen area.
Offaly Village Raises Concern Over Vandalism Incidents
Incidents have been taking place in Kilcormac over the last few months.
