Dáil
‹ Ceisteanna—Questions. Oral Answers. - Remission of Prison Sentences. Imprisonment for unpaid fines
Summary
Barrett questioned imprisoning fine defaulters while other prisoners were released early and asked about alternatives; Woods said the matter could be considered.
Is the Minister aware that more than 20 per cent of the prison population at present are in prison as a result of non-payment of fines? Does he not agree it is extraordinary that these people are in prison while criminals who were in prison for serious offences are being released early? Surely there must be an alternative for non-payment of fines——
