Seanad debates

Wednesday, 19 February 2003

Criminal Law (Insanity) Bill 2002: Second Stage.

 

I may propose amendments on Committee Stage and also communicate recommendations to the Minister who is to be commended for this legislation. Where clinical directors or consultants responsible for the mental welfare of those who commit serious crime deem, after observation, that they are fit to plead relevant to the crime they have committed, they may do so. I have dealt with many such people and, regrettably, many did not receive justice. The relatives of their victims were of the same view. The Minister is to be commended for addressing this aspect and I commend the Bill to the House.

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