Peter Charleton
Mr. Justice Peter Charleton is a prominent figure in the Irish judiciary, currently serving as a Supreme Court judge and the director of the judicial studies programme. Appointed in October 2023, he has focused on enhancing judicial training, particularly in the area of sentencing. Charleton is known for his commitment to maintaining judicial independence and objectivity, asserting that judges must not be swayed by public opinion or social media. He emphasizes the importance of a fair and just legal process, advocating for alternative sanctions to incarceration in appropriate cases. His insights into the evolving landscape of sentencing guidelines reflect a dedication to ensuring justice is both effective and equitable.
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Recent news mentions
Mr Justice Peter Charleton is one of the judges agreeing to hear the appeal regarding drink-driving prosecutions.
Supreme Court to hear DPP appeal over ruling affecting thousands of drink driving cases – The Irish Times
Ireland· 2025-12-18
Mr Justice Peter Charleton criticized the EU court's ban on metadata retention in serious crime inquiries.
Judge criticises ‘unworkable’ EU court ban on metadata retention in serious crime inquiries – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-12-02
In 2017 and 2018, the tribunal chairman, Mr Justice Peter Charleton, rejected allegations made by him.
Donegal garda loses High Court challenge to suspension over alleged inappropriate relationship – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-05-29
Judge Peter Charleton denounced the pervasive use of spin in his report on the Disclosures Tribunal.
delay, deny, destroy – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-05-14
Mr Justice Peter Charleton is a Supreme Court judge who emphasizes the importance of objectivity in sentencing.
‘Not everyone has to be sent to jail’ – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-05-04
