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PATRICK
HORAN
SOLICITORS
Former member of An Garda Siochana.
REPRESENTING PEOPLE IN DUBLIN & ACROSS IRELAND.
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Patrick Horan
Jan 7, 20237 min read
How much urine is needed for an alcohol test?
If you opt to give a specimen of urine, how much is enough?
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Patrick Horan
Dec 26, 20225 min read
Drink Driving limit Ireland 2023
Drink driving limits are different for breath, blood or urine.
Knowing them is important.
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Patrick Horan
Dec 19, 20225 min read
What should you say at Court for Drink Driving?
You're at risk of being put off the road. Talk to a lawyer, not a friend.
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Patrick Horan
Dec 8, 20224 min read
Caught Driving while Disqualified Ireland
You're at high risk of jail.
You need to tread carefully.
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Patrick Horan
Nov 29, 20222 min read
Can you Still drive after being charged with Drink Driving?
The police may charge you with drink driving, but only a Judge can disqualify you.
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Patrick Horan
Nov 13, 20228 min read
Can you win a drink driving case?
Yes, if you're willing to work very hard.
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Patrick Horan
Oct 26, 20224 min read
How to Fight a Drink Driving Charge: Court Summons Incorrect Information.
Mistakes on summonses don't happen often, but they do happen.
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Patrick Horan
Oct 6, 20223 min read
First time Drink Driving offence.
It's a choice between fighting it or going off the road. There is no third way.
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Patrick Horan
Oct 5, 20224 min read
How long do you have to appeal a court case in Ireland?
There are time limits and they are strict.
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Patrick Horan
Sep 1, 20224 min read
Who Can be a Witness?
It's easier than you think to end up in court even when you've done nothing wrong.
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Patrick Horan
Aug 10, 20225 min read
How Long Do Police Have to Charge You?
In most cases the police have a limited period of time to prosecute you.
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Patrick Horan
Jul 19, 20227 min read
What happens in court?
If you decide to represent yourself in court, there are some things you might want to keep in mind.
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Patrick Horan
Jul 2, 20225 min read
Do you have to give evidence in court?
Sometimes you do, but in most cases you don't.
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Patrick Horan
Jun 2, 20226 min read
Does a UK driving ban apply in Ireland?
The Authorities in both countries are coordinating databases and enforcing disqualifications.
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Patrick Horan
May 13, 20224 min read
This is what happens if you drive while disqualified.
The risk of jail is significant here.
So be prepared.
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Patrick Horan
May 9, 20223 min read
Drink Driving Statistics Ireland: Part 1.
Drug driving blood test results are exploding.
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Patrick Horan
May 4, 20222 min read
Can I travel to America with a criminal record?
Convictions for road traffic offences shouldn't stop you travelling.
But drugs will.
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Patrick Horan
Apr 27, 20222 min read
Can you get banned for Careless Driving?
Yes, but the Judge needs reasons why they should not disqualify you.
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Patrick Horan
Apr 27, 20221 min read
What are the penalties for Dangerous Driving?
A conviction here puts you off the road.
Approach with caution.
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Patrick Horan
Apr 14, 20222 min read
What Speed is Dangerous Driving?
Excess speed can amount to Dangerous Driving.
But it depends on the context.
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