Question 1

What does the Garda Síochána (Recording Devices) (Amendment) Bill 2025 do?

Accepted Answer

Allows Gardaí to use biometric analysis on documents (video, images) to search for suspects in serious crimes (5+ year imprisonment), missing persons, or state security threats, subject to a Code of Practice. Requires Garda Commissioner to prepare Code of Practice with data protection and human rights assessments; both Houses must pass positive resolutions before code takes effect. Creates specific offences for misuse of biometric analysis, punishable by up to 12 months imprisonment or €5,000 fine on summary conviction, or up to 5 years on indictment.

Question 2

What stage is the Garda Síochána (Recording Devices) (Amendment) Bill 2025 at?

Accepted Answer

As of 24 Jun 2026, the Garda Síochána (Recording Devices) (Amendment) Bill 2025 is at Cream List in 34th Dáil. Once a bill passes every stage in both Houses of the Oireachtas and is signed by the President, it becomes law.

Question 3

Who introduced the Garda Síochána (Recording Devices) (Amendment) Bill 2025?

Accepted Answer

The Garda Síochána (Recording Devices) (Amendment) Bill 2025 was sponsored by Minister for Justice, Home Affairs and Migration, and was introduced on 11 Dec 2025.

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