The courthouse at Swords:
Every Monday, 10.30 a.m. to 4.00 p.m. - criminal (hearings only).
Every Tuesday,
10.30 a.m. - criminal; 2.00 p.m. - family law (except third Tuesday of the month).
Every Wednesday, 10.30 a.m. - criminal;
2.00 p.m. - family law.
Third Tuesday of every month, 10.30 a.m. - civil.
First Friday of the month - special
hearings only.
The office is located on Bridge Street Swords
Oppisite The Pound Pub Phone 8403187
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The majorty of cases heard in The Swords courthouse relate to drunken fights which take place on the main street every
weekend, other cases are for drunken driving, stealing from shops. The avarage fine handed down for drink driving is two thousand
euro and a two year ban. Presisant offenders often get jail time. Other offences include being fined for no television licence.
If your unlucky and have to go to court you will most likely find your name in the Fingal Independent newspaper which covers all the trials in Swords court.
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