Francis Comerford
Francis Comerford is a judge who presided over the case of Conor Gavin, emphasizing the lack of remorse shown by Gavin during sentencing and the seriousness of his offense.
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Judge Francis Comerford described the viewing of child sex abuse material as 'revolting'.
Married father of three jailed for possession of child sex abuse material – The Irish Times
Ireland· 2026-03-07
Judge Francis Comerford expressed disbelief in McInerney's claims during the court proceedings.
Driver fined and given penalty points after fourth claim she never got notice in post – The Irish TimesIreland· 2026-02-24
Judge Francis Comerford agreed to adjourn the trial, stating it’s not fair to ask a jury to deliberate on something if the law is unsatisfactory.
Case over Shannon Airport protest adjourned as clarity on common law defence awaited – The Irish TimesIreland· 2026-02-10
Judge Francis Comerford granted the request for a probation report to be prepared for the sentencing hearing.
Co Galway farmer pleads guilty to sexually assaulting teenager on flight to Boston – The Irish TimesIreland· 2026-02-03
Judge Francis Comerford presided over the arraignment hearing of Saoirse Lillis McMahon.
Woman (33) pleads guilty to dangerous driving causing death of ‘inspirational’ teacher – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-12-15
Judge Francis Comerford imposed a seven month prison term on Jamie O’Connor for the assault on retired judge Joseph Mangan.
Man who punched retired judge (80) outside cafe given seven month prison sentence – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-10-22
Judge Francis Comerford approved the payout at Ennis Circuit Court.
Toddler bitten by horse at Bunratty Castle and Folk Park awarded €15,000 – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-10-08
Judge Francis Comerford imposed an 18-month prison term on Thomas Quinn for his crime.
Man (27) jailed for asking mother if he could sexually exploit daughter (2) – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-07-30
Judge Francis Comerford told the jury they could make a majority verdict in the case.
Niall Gilligan found not guilty of assaulting boy (12) with stick – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-07-23
Judge Francis Comerford is overseeing the trial and will charge the jury.
Clare hurler Niall Gilligan ‘lost control’ and ‘punished’ boy with stick, court hears – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-07-21Judge Francis Comerford told the jury the next step would be closing speeches from lawyers for each side.
Jury to hear closing speeches in assault trial of All-Ireland winning hurler Niall Gilligan – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-07-21
Judge Francis Comerford told them the trial would start on Wednesday morning.
Former All-Star hurler Niall Gilligan denies assaulting boy with stick at Co Clare hostel – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-07-15Judge Francis Comerford upheld the district court conviction imposed on Dwyer.
Anti-immigration activist Philip Dwyer’s conviction over trespassing is upheld – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-07-08
Judge Francis Comerford said Fitzgerald’s actions were a significant breach of trust.
Davy Fitzgerald’s son given suspended sentence for stealing €35,000 from employer to fund gambling addiction – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-06-01
Judge Francis Comerford imposed the 28-month prison term on Conor Gavin.
Former Clare minor football captain jailed for sexual assault of woman – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-05-30