Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 22 June 2016
41. Deputy Thomas P. Broughan asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Justice and Equality the status of section 22 of the Road Traffic Act 2002 regarding the offence of not producing a driving licence in court and the wording of summonses to inform persons of this offence; if she has rectified this; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [17101/16]
View answerThe Deputy will be aware that all summonses issued by the Courts Service since 16 May 2012, to which Section 22 of the Road Traffic Act 2002, as amended, applies, include the additional requirement that a person must also produce to the Court a legible copy of his/her driving licence or learning permit.
Issues surrounding the implementation of this section, including the question of the wording of summonses, is continuing to receive attention, in consultation with relevant agencies.
