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Patrick Horan
Ireland's road traffic solicitor
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Can Someone Take Your Penalty Points in Ireland?
"Turning to Huhne the judge remarked that he had “fallen from a great height’ and that he was ‘somewhat- but not greatly in my view-more culpable” than his ex-wife.
He had stronger words for his ex-wife."

Patrick Horan
Sep 254 min read


You've Just Been Sent To Jail
"You had wondered whether you would disappear behind it. You told yourself you wouldn’t.
But you had been lying to yourself and now you would pay the price for that deception too"

Patrick Horan
Aug 2811 min read


What’s the Most Dangerous Time to Be on Irish Roads? (It’s Not When You Think)
"The youngest arrested driver was 13 years old.
The oldest was 90.
The youngest male driver was 13 years old.
The youngest female was 18"

Patrick Horan
Aug 83 min read


Can You Be Prosecuted for Dangerous Driving Even If You Weren’t Pulled Over?
"It’s not necessarily about what happened.
It’s about what could have happened.
And under Irish law, risk is enough"

Patrick Horan
Jul 293 min read


Just because you say it doesn’t mean they’ll believe it.
Choose your words wisely

Patrick Horan
Jun 128 min read


How Long Do Police Have to Charge You?
In most cases the police have a limited period of time to prosecute you.

Patrick Horan
Aug 10, 20225 min read


Do you have to give evidence in court?
Sometimes you do, but in most cases you don't.

Patrick Horan
Jul 2, 20225 min read


This is what happens if you drive while disqualified.
The risk of jail is significant here.
So be prepared.

Patrick Horan
May 13, 20224 min read


What are the penalties for Dangerous Driving?
A conviction here puts you off the road.
Approach with caution.

Patrick Horan
Apr 27, 20221 min read


What Speed is Dangerous Driving?
Excess speed can amount to Dangerous Driving.
But it depends on the context.

Patrick Horan
Apr 14, 20222 min read


What is Considered Dangerous Driving?
There must be a direct and serious risk of injury to others.

Patrick Horan
Mar 27, 20222 min read


What’s the difference between civil and criminal law?
The winner takes it all.

Patrick Horan
Mar 15, 20222 min read
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