Criminal Law Jurisdiction Act prosecutions
Thirteen prosecutions were brought under the Act: four for murder, six for escape from custody, two for firearms offences and one for explosives; the Minister considered its operation satisfactory.
asked the Minister for Justice the nature and numbers of cases tried pursuant to the provisions of the Criminal Law Jurisdiction Act, 1976 in this country; if he is satisfied with the operation of the Act; and if he will make a statement on the matter.
Comment on this
(Limerick East): I am informed by the Garda authorities that a total of 13 prosecutions have been brought pursuant to the provisions of the Criminal Law (Jurisdiction Act), 1976. Of the 13 prosecutions brought, four related to murder, six to escape from lawful custody in Northern Ireland, two to possession of firearms and ammunition and one to possession of explosives.
I have no evidence to suggest that the Act is operating otherwise than satisfactorily.