Challenging a Wexford judge to produce his oath … being remanded … and then released

Having challenged a Wexford District Judge to produce his oath and been remanded in custody, Bobby of the family Sludds has walked free following a High Court order. Last week’s post outlined Oliver Sludds’ unusual court appearance in connection with alleged motoring offences. The Irish Times outlined the conversation between the defendant and the judge. “The Constitution. It says that a judge must offer up his oath when requested and I am asking you, do you have your oath?” said …

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Challenging a Wexford judge to produce his oath …

When I first read this court report in the Irish Times I wondered whether it was a spoof. A judge was challenged by a defendant yesterday to produce his oath of office before proceeding with a case being heard at Wexford District Court. “Where did you read that?” asked the judge. “The Constitution. It says that a judge must offer up his oath when requested and I am asking you, do you have your oath?” said Mr Sludds, before picking …

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