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Six seek legal aid for opposition to CAB claims over seized assets
Summary
The High Court is considering applications for legal aid from six individuals seeking to oppose Criminal Assets Bureau (CAB) claims that seized assets are proceeds of crime linked to the Kinahan cartel. The applicants—Kelly Quinn, Sean McGovern, Anita Freeman, James Byrne, Sadie Byrne, and Liam Roe—argue they cannot afford representation in the complex proceedings. Ms. Quinn claims €8,000 seized from her home was a funeral collection for her late partner, David Byrne. James and Sadie Byrne contest claims regarding a Rolex watch, an Audemars Piguet watch, and a Lexus Jeep, asserting the items are not criminal proceeds. Mr. Roe denies gang membership while contesting the seizure of an Audi A5 and Kawasaki motorbike. Mr. McGovern and Ms. Freeman oppose claims that their shared property and a BMW are criminal assets. CAB opposed the applications, alleging the applicants' lifestyles and travel histories, including flights to the US, UK, and Spain, are inconsistent with their declared incomes. CAB also cited property sales and tax settlements by the Byrnes. Ms. Justice Carmel Stewart reserved her decision on the legal aid applications, with judgment expected later this month. The matter remains at the hearing stage, with no final determination on the underlying asset claims.
Who, what, where, when and why
What: Report matter: Six seek legal aid for opposition to CAB claims over seized assets. Procedural stage: hearing_or_decision
When:
- March 2016 Hearing Or Sentence
- February 2016 Other
- July 2015 Hearing Or Sentence
- July 2016 Hearing Or Sentence
- 2017-07-08 Publication
Case subjects
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Places mentioned
- The High Court
- Kildare Road
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