Road Traffic Offences.

Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 8 February 2006

Wednesday, 8 February 2006

Ceisteanna (227)

Tony Gregory

Ceist:

315 Mr. Gregory asked the Minister for Justice, Equality and Law Reform further to his reply to Question No. 304 of 1 February 2006, if such impounded vehicles will only be returned to adults with proof of ownership who may then be requested to return to the Garda station with driving licence, vehicle tax and insurance cover to provide against such vehicles being in the control of juveniles. [4631/06]

Freagraí scríofa

Minister for Justice, Equality and Law Reform (Mr. McDowell)

I am informed by the Garda authorities that vehicles seized under the provisions of section 41 of the Road Traffic Act 1994 are restored where the person provides proof of ownership and has paid the relevant charge. Production of a valid driving licence, certificate of insurance and tax may also be required unless the vehicle is not being used in a public place or is being towed from the Garda station.