Arrests
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What happens if you are arrested in Ireland? Find out more about warrants and the rules governing arrests. -
What are the different types of bail, the refusal of bail and the consquences of breaching bail? -
What is the legal basis for detaining you after you have been arrested? -
This document discusses what constitutes unlawful arrest and detention in Ireland and how evidence produced from it is treated in court. -
What are the rules about your treatment when you have been arrested and are in Garda custody in Ireland? -
What are your rights if you have been arrested and are being interviewed by the Garda Síochána (Irish police force)? -
This document describes what happens when a suspect in a criminal investigation makes a statement. -
The Irish Constitution provides protection for everyone against self-incrimination. Find out more. -
Voluntary confessions to the Gardai can be used as evidence against you in a trial. There are however, other important rules relating to confessions. -
The Gardaí have the right to request information from the public, make general enquiries and more. What is the role of the Gardaí in questioning and surveillance of the public? -
The Gardai have certain powers to search premises and people when they are investigating a crime in Ireland. -
What is extradition and when is someone extradited from Ireland to another country? The law on extradition between Ireland and other countries including information on European Arrest Warrants.