Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 26 July 2022
1566. Deputy Dessie Ellis asked the Minister for Justice the number of cases brought to trial in the Special Criminal Court between 1972 and 1998; the number of those convicted before the Special Criminal Court, by case and year of conviction, in tabular form; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [40626/22]
View answerThe detailed information sought by the Deputy is not maintained by my Department. However, the Courts Service Annual Reports, which are publically available, provide statistics, including statistics relating to proceedings before the Special Criminal Court.
The Deputy will be aware that the Special Criminal Court is established pursuant to Part V of the Offences Against the State Act 1939. An independent review group has been established to carry out a comprehensive review of all aspects of the Offences Against the State legislation. The final report and recommendations of the group, including any recommendations concerning the operation of the Special Criminal Court, will be given careful consideration when received.
