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Three new jurors sworn for FitzPatrick trial
Summary
Three new jurors were sworn in for the trial of former Anglo Irish Bank chairman Sean FitzPatrick, who faces 27 offences under the 1990 Companies Act for allegedly misleading the bank's auditor Ernst and Young about director's loans received between November 2002 and February 2008. The trial, held at Dublin Circuit Criminal Court, is expected to last three months. Judge John Aylmer instructed the jury, now nine women and six men, to remain impartial, avoid internet or social media research, and not discuss the case with family or friends. He emphasized that the jury must base their verdict solely on the evidence presented in court and will return a decision tomorrow afternoon before being dismissed for about two weeks. FitzPatrick, aged 68, has pleaded not guilty to the charges.
Who, what, where, when and why
What: Report matter: Three new jurors sworn for FitzPatrick trial. Charges or matters: 27 offences under the 1990 Companies Act. Procedural stage: trial
When:
- November 2002 Other
- February 2008 Other
- 2002 to 2007 Other
- 2016-09-26 Publication
Case subjects
Accused
Charges: 27 offences under the 1990 Companies Act (Alleged Or Contested)
Plea: Not guilty
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