Former Olympic shooter Michael Diamond has been cleared of all three firearm offences in court this morning.
The 45-year-old was appealing a 10-year ban from holding a gun license after shotgun components and ammunition were found in his car at Shoal Bay last year during a roadside breath test.
The appeal judge had queried firearm convictions against the former Olympic shooter, noting the shotgun was stored safely in a gun case at the time it was found.
Judge Roy Ellis said in court this morning Michael Diamond's gun was in a gun case, not assembled and was incapable of firing, therefore quashing the crown's case.
Michael Diamond said he was glad to see common sense had prevailed on his case and says it would be great to resume life back in the sport he grew up with.
He was also charged with high range drink driving at the same time last year, but the court heard he wouldn't be appealing the conviction.
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| Michael Diamond and his partner leaving Newcastle District Court. Image Jarrod Melmeth |
