Arrests What happens if you are arrested in Ireland? Find out more
about warrants and the rules governing arrests.
Detention after arrest What is the legal basis for detaining you after you have been arrested in Ireland?
Unlawful arrest and detention This document discusses what constitutes unlawful arrest
and detention in Ireland and how evidence produced from it is treated in
court.
Extradition to and from Ireland What is extradition and when is someone extradited from Ireland to another country? The law on extradition between Ireland and other countries including information on European Arrest Warrants.
Bail and Surety What are the different types of bail, the refusal of bail,
and the consquences of breaching bail in Ireland?
Identification of a Suspect Different ways in which suspects are identified by the
victim and witnesses in Ireland are described. Information on fingerprints,
photographs and identification parades is also provided.
Questioning and surveillance The Gardai in Ireland have the right to request information from the public, make general enquiries, etc. What is the role of the Gardai in questioning and surveillance of the public in Ireland?
Powers of Search The Gardai have certain powers to search premises and persons when they are investigating a crime in Ireland.
Statements from suspects This document describes what happens when a suspect in a criminal investigation in Ireland makes a statement.
Right to silence in criminal cases The Irish Constitution provides protection for everyone against self-incrimination. Find out more here.
Treatment in Custody What are the rules about your treatment when you have been
arrested and are in Garda custody in Ireland?
Police interviews in Ireland What are your rights if you have been arrested in Ireland and are
being interviewed by An Garda Siochana (Irish police force)?
Confessions Voluntary confessions to the Gardai can be used as evidence
against you in a trial in Ireland. There are however, other important rules
relating to confessions.
