Courtroom
Functions and duties of individuals in a court of law
This document provides an introduction to the section outlining the different functions and duties of individuals in a court of law in Ireland.
Role of the judge
Judges in a court of law in Ireland are appointed by the
President. Who can be appointed as a judge and what is their
role?
Role of the tipstaff
This document describes the role of the tipstaff in a court of law in Ireland.
Court Registrar
Court Registrars in Ireland are public servants. Find out
about the role and function of Court Registrars in Ireland.
Barristers
Role and function of a barrister in a court of law in Ireland.
Junior and senior counsel
This document describes the roles and functions of junior and senior counsel in a court of law in Ireland.
Solicitors in Ireland
Solicitors in Ireland have a wide range of functions.
Overview of the role and function of solicitors in a court of
law.
Role of the Jury
The jury fulfils a very important role in the legal system
in Ireland. Who are the jury and why is a jury not required in every
case?
Functions and Duties of a Jury in Ireland
Members of a jury in Ireland have a very important role.
Explanation of your duties and how a criminal trial is
conducted.
How a Jury Trial in Ireland is conducted
A jury trial in Ireland is usually conducted following a
certain format. Find out about the sequence of events and what you can
expect.
Jury Service in Ireland
What is jury service in Ireland? Find out how members of
juries in Ireland are selected, contacted and your employment
rights.
Eligibility for Jury Service
Explanation of who is eligible for jury service in Ireland,
why some people are disqualified and the circumstances where you can be excused
from serving on a jury.
The role of witnesses
A witness in Ireland is someone who has been called to give evidence in a court of law. What is the role of a witness in a case?
Court stenographer
Court stenographers in Ireland keep verbatim records of
proceedings in a court of law. Why are these records retained?
Court reporters
This document discusses the role and function of court reporters in a court of law in Ireland.
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