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Former member of An Garda Siochana.

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Can I travel to America with a conviction?

May 204 min read

Can I travel to America with a conviction?

Respect the rules of the game.

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How much urine is needed for an alcohol test?

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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First time Drink Driving offence.

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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Who Can be a Witness?

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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Do you have to give evidence in court?

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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Does a UK driving ban apply in Ireland?

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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This is what happens if you drive while disqualified.

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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What are the penalties for Dangerous Driving?

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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What Speed is Dangerous Driving?

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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What is Considered Dangerous Driving?

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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What’s the difference between civil and criminal law?

Mar 15, 20222 min read

What’s the difference between civil and criminal law?

The winner takes it all.

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Drink Driving Case Dismissed as woman was drink driving to escape man who attacked her.

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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How do I speak in Court?

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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How Long Does Cocaine Stay in Your System?

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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Convicted Driver Insurance (Ireland).

Jan 26, 20225 min read

Convicted Driver Insurance (Ireland).

Insurance companies are treacherous. Keep that in mind.

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Is it bad to plead not guilty?

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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Can you refuse to make a statement?

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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What happens if you get caught drink driving in Ireland? (Part 2)

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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What happens if you get caught drink driving in Ireland? (Part 1)

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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Is it worth getting a solicitor for drink driving?

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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