Life Saving Equipment Bill 2017

Public bill · Private Member · Introduced

Proposes a new offence for tampering with lifesaving equipment such as defibrillators and lifebuoys, while still allowing normal testing, maintenance, and emergency use. It would punish vandalism, removal, damage, or other interference with fines of up to €50,000, prison for up to 5 years, or both. The aim is to keep this equipment available when communities need it most, especially in cardiac emergencies.

Formal long title

Bill entitled an Act to provide for a specific offence of interfering with Life Saving Equipment and to provide for related matters.

Last updated 5 March 2025