Karen Dowling
IrelandjudgeFemale5.0Global Dominance: 0.00%Judge Karen Dowling is a presiding judge at Dublin District Court, known for her firm rulings and commitment to public safety, as demonstrated in high-profile cases, including the recent arson case involving Thomas Murphy.
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Judge Karen Dowling refused bail for Anthony Foley citing the serious nature of the alleged offence.
Man (51) refused bail after ‘violent and unprovoked attack’ on Michael Healy-Rae – The Irish TimesThe Irish Times – major Irish daily, est. 1859·Ireland· 2026-09-18
Ireland· 2026-09-18
Judge Karen Dowling noted that passing the remark was not right, especially as Hameed was about to catch a flight.
No jail for man who missed daughter’s wedding after ‘gun and bomb’ joke at Dublin Airport – The Irish TimesThe Irish Times – major Irish daily, est. 1859·Ireland· 2026-07-16
Ireland· 2026-07-16
Judge Karen Dowling presided over the case involving the teenage boy accused of rape.
Teenage boy sent for trial over alleged rape of unwell girl at house party – The Irish TimesThe Irish Times – major Irish daily, est. 1859·Ireland· 2026-02-12
Ireland· 2026-02-12
Judge Karen Dowling refused bail to Thomas Murphy during the court proceedings.
Man accused of arson attack on Dublin cars with no apparent motive appears in court – The Irish TimesThe Irish Times – major Irish daily, est. 1859·Ireland· 2025-12-13
Ireland· 2025-12-13
