Seanad debates

Thursday, 9 June 2011

Biological Weapons Bill 2010: Committee and Remaining Stages

 

1:00 pm

Photo of Jan O'SullivanJan O'Sullivan (Limerick City, Labour)

There are principles that apply with regard to double jeopardy. I am not sure of the legislation to which Senator Walsh refers but it may apply to specific circumstances. My understanding is that double jeopardy applies generally in international law. Does Senator Walsh have information on the specific legislation to which he refers?

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