David McHugh
David McHugh is a judge known for presiding over cases in the Blanchardstown District Court. He recently made headlines for his handling of a case involving Karl Ronan, who assaulted Green Party leader Roderic O’Gorman. Judge McHugh described Ronan's actions as 'appalling' and noted the homophobic nature of the assault, ultimately deciding on a sentence of community service instead of jail time.
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Recent news mentions
Judge David McHugh remanded Christopher Kelly in custody.
Man (41) appears in court charged with murder of Joseph McEvoy in Dublin – The Irish Times
Ireland· 2025-07-08
Judge David McHugh presided over the bail hearings for Samantha Leeson and Richard O'Leary.
Woman was abducted in Kildare after alleged threats to petrol bomb her house in row over dog – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-06-25
David McHugh, head of referees, was dismissed without even a hint of a warning.
Conflating cheating with ‘character’ will make refereeing rugby impossible – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-06-10
Judge David McHugh presided over the case involving Veronica Maher.
Widow of steakhouse shooting victim accused of setting XL Bully dog on gardaí – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-04-04
Judge David McHugh imposed a suspended sentence on Conor McGregor for dangerous driving.
Conor McGregor represents ‘very worst of toxic masculinity’Ireland· 2025-03-18
Judge David McHugh noted a positive assessment from the Probation Service during the court hearing.
Man spared jail over assaulting Green Party leader Roderic O’Gorman – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-02-25
