According to the BBC News, Doherty faced five charges in court, including cocaine and heroine possession. The Babyshambles singer recently entered a treatment centre to battle his addiction to drugs. The 27 year-old man was present in a London court to hear the ruling.
Doherty will pay a fine of a little more than $1500, and will not be permitted to drive four four months. Several people waited outside the court to get a glimpse of their idol. Fans were thrilled to hear the news that Doherty would not be going to jail. Judge Jane McIvor explained that Doherty could stay out of jail if he continues his rehabilitation program.
Pete Doherty was arrested in April for heroine, cannabis, and cocaine possession. The arrest took place just three hours after the rocker was sentenced to community service on another offense.