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Ireland Crime

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Case No. 22129Public order offence (breaching public order / abusive language) · Co. Clare

James Mulcair fined €250 for breaching public order in Rathkeale

James Mulcair, 20, of Rathkeale, pleaded guilty to breaching public order after using abusive language and challenging a Garda Sergeant to take off his uniform and fight him. He was fined €250 at Newcastle West District Court.

  1. Reportednot reported
  2. Arrestednot reported
  3. Chargednot reported
  4. In courtnot reported
  5. Verdictnot reported
  6. Sentenced2 Mar
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Key facts

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7 statements extracted from the articles
  • whatJames Mulcair, 20, of Abbey Court, Rathkeale, was the accused. (limerickpost.ie)
  • whatHe had spoken with the Sergeant earlier in the day and believed he was being victimised. (limerickpost.ie)
  • chargeHe pleaded guilty to the charge of breaching public order. (limerickpost.ie)
  • courtThe case was heard at Newcastle West District Court. (limerickpost.ie)
  • otherHis solicitor told the court he had been diagnosed with ADHD. (limerickpost.ie)
  • otherHe apologised for speaking to the Garda in that way. (limerickpost.ie)
  • otherInspector Gearoid Thompson gave evidence to the court. (limerickpost.ie)

The reporting

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  1. 2 Mar2023
    Sentencedlimerickpost.ie, first report
    Limerick man challenged Garda Sergeant to take off his uniform and fight

    Court report of the guilty plea and sentencing at Newcastle West District Court.

    convicted, James Mulcair, 20, male, named, irish (judged from name)James Mulcairvictim, male