Criminal Justice (Illicit Traffic by Sea) Act 2003

Suspension of proceedings.

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15. —(1) The High Court shall, on the application of the Minister, order the suspension of any proceedings commenced in any court in the State if it is satisfied that the suspension is necessary to give effect to the obligations of the State under paragraph 3 of Article 14 of the Agreement.

(2) Where it orders that proceedings be suspended, the High Court may make such other orders as are appropriate to give effect to the application by the Minister, including the revocation of any warrant of arrest issued in connection with the proceedings.

(3) For the purpose of considering an application under subsection (1), the High Court may order the adjournment of the proceedings for such period or periods, and on such conditions, as it thinks fit.