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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
May 20, 20244 min read
Can I travel to America with a conviction?
Respect the rules of the game.
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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
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
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
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
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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Patrick Horan
Mar 27, 20222 min read
What is Considered Dangerous Driving?
There must be a direct and serious risk of injury to others.
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Patrick Horan
Mar 15, 20222 min read
What’s the difference between civil and criminal law?
The winner takes it all.
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Patrick Horan
Feb 22, 20225 min read
Drink Driving Case Dismissed as woman was drink driving to escape man who attacked her.
First recorded uses of defences of Duress and Necessity to acquit woman accused of drink driving.
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Patrick Horan
Feb 15, 20223 min read
How do I speak in Court?
Judge's like to be referred to as 'Judge', rather than 'Your Honour'.
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Patrick Horan
Jan 31, 20222 min read
How Long Does Cocaine Stay in Your System?
If you drive a car you should probably read this.
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Patrick Horan
Jan 26, 20225 min read
Convicted Driver Insurance (Ireland).
Insurance companies are treacherous. Keep that in mind.
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Patrick Horan
Jan 20, 20222 min read
Is it bad to plead not guilty?
One of the most popular questions searched on Google worldwide every year.
Here's some insights.
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Patrick Horan
Jan 17, 20224 min read
Can you refuse to make a statement?
If someone has made a statement in writing against you, it's time to talk to a solicitor.
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Patrick Horan
Jan 3, 20222 min read
What happens if you get caught drink driving in Ireland? (Part 2)
Once you're in the Garda station you have no option but to cooperate with the procedure.
But there's plenty to pay attention to.
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Patrick Horan
Jan 3, 20223 min read
What happens if you get caught drink driving in Ireland? (Part 1)
There are a number of steps ahead of you in the Garda station.
Here are the first few.
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Patrick Horan
Jan 2, 20222 min read
Is it worth getting a solicitor for drink driving?
Most people couldn't do their job without their car.
Could you?
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