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Legal aid for Hardy Buck
Summary
Martin Maloney, the actor known for his role in Hardy Bucks, appeared at Dublin District Court to face three assault charges. He is accused of assaulting a male and causing harm to two other men at The Big Tree pub on Dorset Street in central Dublin on October 9 last year. Maloney, who resides in Swinford, Co. Mayo, made no reply when charged in September and has not yet indicated how he will plead. The matter is at the pre-trial stage, with the decision on jurisdiction regarding the trial venue adjourned. Judge Alan Mitchell noted that directions from the Director of Public Prosecutions are pending due to difficulties viewing CCTV evidence. These directions will determine whether the case remains in the District Court or is sent to the Circuit Court. Medical reports are to be furnished to Maloney's solicitor, Tony Collier. The judge ordered Maloney, who is on bail, to appear again next month. Additionally, the court granted Maloney free legal aid after he demonstrated an impecunious position, with a weekly income not exceeding €250. His lawyer stated that Maloney lacks steady work to fund legal fees, and cash found on him at arrest was attributed to previous work payments.
Who, what, where, when and why
What: Report matter: Legal aid for Hardy Buck. Procedural stage: charge_or_pretrial
When:
- October 9 Incident
- 2013-12-09 Publication
Why: Garda Eamon Honan explained that this was due to the DPP's office having a difficulty viewing CCTV evidence in the case and his assistance has been required on that matter. CNI source report
Case subjects
Accused
Outcome: Medical reports are also to be furnished to Mr Maloney's solicitor Tony Collier who asked for the decision on jurisdiction, in relation to the trial venue, to be adjourned.
Places mentioned
- Dublin
- Dublin District Court
- Bollingbrook Drive
- Swinford
- Dorset Street
Topics
Stage Charge Or Pretrial Violent Crime
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