Seanad debates

Wednesday, 28 April 2010

Fines Bill 2009: Committee Stage.

 

10:30 am

Photo of Ivana BacikIvana Bacik (Independent)

I have a query on section 16(1)(b). Section 16 amends the Act of 1983 and states it applies to a person who has attained the age of 16 years. Does this mean fines can still be imposed on those under 16, but if they default they will still be imprisoned because the new provisions in respect of community service will not apply? I am not trying to catch anyone out on this, but am not clear why the age of 16 has been inserted.

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