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She Told Gardaí She’d Been Drinking — So Why Did the Judge Dismiss Her Case?
Most people think that if you admit to drinking, the case is over. But that’s not how Irish drink driving law works — and this case...
Patrick Horan
May 23, 20252 min read
I Only Had One Drink. Can They Still Arrest Me?
Can You Be Arrested After One Drink? | Drink Driving Ireland Meta Description: Think one drink is safe? Find out why even a single glass...
Patrick Horan
May 23, 20253 min read
Can I Represent Myself in a Drink Driving Case in Ireland?
Choose wisely... Day 5 of 10 – Facing Court in Ireland: What You Need to Know Meta description: This is part of a 10-day series answering...
Patrick Horan
May 22, 20252 min read
Drink Driving Case Dismissed Despite Blood Alcohol Reading of 305 — Here’s Why
These aren't technicalities. They're examples of the law correcting itself.
Patrick Horan
May 22, 20253 min read
Does a Drink Driving Conviction Mean a Criminal Record in Ireland?
Day 4 of 10 – Facing Court in Ireland: What You Need to Know Meta Description: This is part of a 10-day series answering the most common...
Patrick Horan
May 21, 20252 min read
Do I Have to Attend Every Court Date in Ireland? (Drink Driving Case Guide)
Get off on the right foot.
Patrick Horan
May 20, 20252 min read
Caught Speeding in Ireland: When Does It Become Dangerous Driving?
Every case is different
Patrick Horan
May 19, 20252 min read
Patrick Horan
May 18, 20252 min read
Patrick Horan
May 18, 20252 min read
What If I’m Guilty? The Hidden Fear No One Talks About After a Drink Driving Arrest in Ireland
It doesn't matter what you think...
Patrick Horan
May 14, 20253 min read
Can I Still Drive Until My Court Date? (Ireland)
Yes, you can drive
Patrick Horan
May 12, 20254 min read
Patrick Horan
May 11, 20253 min read
Can I Lose My Job for Drink Driving in Ireland? What the Law Says
Take your time and read carefully...
Patrick Horan
May 10, 20254 min read
7 Dangerous Myths About Drink Driving in Ireland — A Specialist Solicitor Explains
Don't ask friends for 'advice' here
Patrick Horan
May 8, 20253 min read
“My Son’s Been Caught Drink Driving—What Happens Now?”
Take a breath. We're here to win.
Patrick Horan
May 6, 20254 min read
Penalty for First-Time Drink Driving Offence in Ireland: 2025 Guide
Your mission? Don't get convicted
Patrick Horan
May 5, 20253 min read
“I Can’t Believe This is Happening” — What to Do If You’re Facing a Drink Driving Charge in Ireland
Everyone wants to drive home
Patrick Horan
May 4, 20253 min read
Can a Drink Driving Case Be Dismissed? Here’s What Most People Don’t Know
Everyone has a story. What's yours?
Patrick Horan
May 2, 20254 min read
“I have received a fixed charge notice for driving with excess alcohol...
The rise (and fall) of the machines...
Patrick Horan
Apr 26, 20253 min read
Does a fixed penalty notice count as a conviction?
Pay or no pay?
Patrick Horan
Apr 24, 20254 min read
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