Michael Theoharis, the 29-year-old software developer facing 21 drug trafficking charges linked to the AN0M app, has been denied access to his smartphone by the Adelaide Magistrates Court.
On Wednesday, Theoharis sought to have his bail conditions amended to allow him to use a smartphone, arguing his work as “head of site operations” was severely restricted by the non-internet Nokia phone he was limited to.
He also requested the return of several phones seized by police during October’s Operation Ironside raids.
Prosecutor Peter Longson accused Theoharis of “magistrate shopping,” noting his application had already been refused in December.
Magistrate Justin Wickens rejected the request, citing the seriousness of the charges and that the devices remained evidence. He advised Theoharis to use an iPad or laptop instead.
Theoharis, representing himself, was granted bail at Rostrevor to care for his children and manage a shoulder injury. He will return to court in three weeks.
