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'Just be here': judge says garda no-shows in court 'embarrassing'
Summary
Judge James O'Donohoe criticised Gardaí for repeatedly failing to appear in court, calling the non‑appearances "just embarrassing" and noting that cases could not proceed when prosecuting officers were absent. He addressed the officers at the District Court Appeals Court after several hearings were halted earlier in the week. Gardaí explained their absences, citing lack of notification or unfollowed emails. The judge urged them to simply attend or, if unable, to give notice.
Who, what, where, when and why
What: Report matter: 'Just be here': judge says garda no-shows in court 'embarrassing'. Procedural stage: hearing_or_decision
When:
- 2025-05-16 Publication
Places mentioned
- District Court Appeals Court
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