Gerard Murphy (Cork North West, Fine Gael)

I move amendment No. 169:

In page 71, to delete lines 19 to 22 and substitute the following:

"(a) to enter the place named in the warrant at any time or times within—

(i) one week of the time of issue of the warrant, or

(ii) the time limit specified on the warrant,

whichever is the sooner, on production if so requested of the warrant and, if necessary, by the use of reasonable force,".

This amendment aims to reflect more accurately and specifically what should be shown on a warrant. This is necessary in light of the issues arising in the recent case of the serving of a warrant that was out of date. The amendment aims to ensure that an out-of-date warrant will not be served.

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