Seanad debates
Wednesday, 23 June 2004
Transfer of Execution of Sentences Bill 2003: Report and Final Stages (Resumed).
3:00 pm
Michael McDowell (Dublin South East, Progressive Democrats)
I disagree with the principle of the proposed amendment. The Minister should be able to apply to the High Court at any time, even after the warrant is issued or executed if the Minister becomes aware of information which would justify him or her going back to the court to seek a variation in the warrant. This amendment would limit the Minister's discretion in that regard and is an unnecessary constraint.
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