Criminal Law, Civil Law and Defence (Miscellaneous Provisions) Bill 2026: Report and Final Stages
Seanad Éireann — 2026-07-02
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Jim O'Callaghan (FF), Dublin Bay South

It is because this offence is prosecuted and presumptive drug testing done by An Garda Síochána is used for these prosecutions. Some District Courts accept it, others do not and it is seen to be more appropriate that it is put on a legislative basis. That is why it is there in respect of section 3. I will look in due course to see whether it can or needs to be extended to other provisions within the Misuse of Drugs Acts, but that is the reason it is being used.

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Sitting date: 2026-07-02