At an earlier hearing, Darley had also denied two drug charges.
Martin Reid, prosecuting, said no evidence would now be offered on them.
A wrap of amphetamine and a wrap of cocaine had been found in the sock draw of his former home on Kingswood, Southport.
Before Judge William George discharged him from the dock, he told Darley: "In all this there is lesson for you about taking care of your computer and allowing other people to use it or a situation to arise where other people have access to the computer that you own."
"I'm not commenting on any verdict, but that is something that must strike home."
Darley responded: "I understand."
A total of 71 pornographic images and movies of children were
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He told jurors how many other people had access to the computer in his "open house."
Darley refused to comment after the hearing.
