A man with a "lengthy" criminal history has been refused bail at Wollongong local court over a string of charges involving a prohibited firearm and a knife.
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Ryan Twist faced Wollongong bail court via video link on Wednesday, charged with seven offences including possession of an unauthorised prohibited firearm, custody of knife in a public place and hinder/resist law enforcement officer in execution of duty.
Defence lawyer Emel Ozar said Twist had been a long-term drug addict for 20 years, with a strong need to access rehabilitation services.
Ms Ozar said Twist would be a vulnerable person in custody, and acknowledged he had a "very lengthy" criminal history.
Registrar Wilson said she was unsatisfied that Twist was facing exceptional circumstances, and refused bail.
He will return to Wollongong local court on January 9, 2023.
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