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Feb 2, 20219 min read

Do You Have to Make a Statement to the Gardaí?

Being invited to make a statement at a Garda Station is often be a routine matter. But in the hands of some career-minded Gardai it is not

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Feb 1, 20213 min read

Drug Driving

"Cocaine can remain in your system for up to 4 days, cannabis for up to 14 days..."

Jan 31, 20217 min read

Drink Driving. What You Need to Know

Being able to recall what happened when you were arrested is critical to future chances of success in court. So get writing, now.

Jan 21, 20218 min read

Telling Lies to the Police: Part 2

Promotions mean enhanced status, enhanced salaries, a chance to be someone, to be seated at the top table at the next Divisional Ball.

Jan 19, 20215 min read

Telling Lies to the Police

“It’s like you’re on this speeding train going down the track and its extremely difficult to get that train to stop”...

Jan 16, 20219 min read

When You Don't Suspect You're the Suspect

The sights, sounds and smells of a Garda station can overwhelm your senses, at precisely the moment you can least afford it

Jan 14, 20214 min read

Drugs

Quantity is irrelevant; it is the mere possession of the substance that matters.

Jan 14, 20218 min read

"Chats" are for Starbucks, Not Garda Stations

Confessions are hard to come by. Detectives need to conceal their motives. Framing the interrogation as a "chat" is a good start.

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