Dermot Sheehan
Judge Dermot Sheehan is a respected member of the judiciary in Ireland, known for presiding over significant cases and ensuring that justice is served fairly and compassionately. His role in the Cork Circuit Criminal Court involves making crucial decisions that impact the lives of individuals and families, particularly in sensitive cases involving child welfare.
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Judge Dermot Sheehan handed down a nine-year sentence to Noel Twomey for his violent actions.
Woman voices relief at jailing of husband for assaults with hammer and boiling water – The Irish Times
Ireland· 2026-02-16
Judge Dermot Sheehan directed that the prison psychiatric service prepare a report in advance of a sentencing hearing.
Man who poured boiling water over his sleeping wife faces ‘substantial’ jail sentence – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-11-28
Judge Dermot Sheehan presided over the sentencing of Louis Herdman.
Man who left college student with brain injury after assault given suspended sentence – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-11-25
Judge Dermot Sheehan said the woman was in her 20s and an 'adult' when she carried out the offence.
Mother who convinced man to pretend he fathered child gets three-year suspended sentence – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-06-24
Judge Dermot Sheehan sentenced Áine O’Connor to two years in prison for her actions against Garda Mellamphy.
Woman jailed for driving at garda and carrying him a distance on bonnet of car – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-05-17
Judge Dermot Sheehan thanked the jury for their diligence and deliberation before informing the accused that he was free to go.
Father accused of shaking his infant daughter walks free from court as jury acquits him of all charges – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-05-16
Judge Dermot Sheehan presided over Pavel Luta's case and noted his remorse.
Garda forced to draw baton to disarm former tank commander in Russian army – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-05-15
Judge Dermot Sheehan recalled the evidence and noted the woman's choices that led to her children's malnourishment.
Mother of two weeps as she avoids jail sentence over neglect of her young children – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-05-14
Judge Dermot Sheehan noted the woman pleaded guilty to the offence of child neglect.
Woman convicted of neglecting daughters now sees events through their eyes, court hears – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-04-30
Dermot Sheehan is a defence barrister who confirmed Daniel O'Sullivan's struggles with heroin addiction.
Murder investigation after fatal assault in Youghal pub – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-04-15
Judge Dermot Sheehan stated that the violent incident would not have occurred 'if not for Kyle Hayes'.
Kyle Hayes waits on potential jailing decision as case is adjourned – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-03-19
Judge Dermot Sheehan presided over the case where a mother pleaded guilty to ill-treatment of her children.
Mother pleads guilty to ill-treatment of children – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-02-25