A Donegal barrister has been granted a firearms licence but required to complete an anger management course and read Dale Carnegie's 'How to Win Friends and Influence People'. The court heard evidence of past incidents involving aggressive behaviour.
Barrister Alexander Smyth also required to read How To Win Friends and Influence People by Dale CarnegieA Donegal barrister has been granted a firearms licence but told to undertake an anger management course within the next 12 months.
Although not a precondition before granting a firearms licence to Mr Smyth, Judge Mitchell said the court required him to engage in an anger management course within 12 months and to provide proof of completion.
Mr Smyth said he has had firearms since 2008 having been first granted a licence when he was “just 18″ and has taken part in competitive shoots since he was 10 or 11 years old. The court heard that Mr Smyth was given the benefit of the probation act in relation to an assault charge in August 2022. While he did not receive a conviction, the judge in the matter found the facts proven. This matter is subject to a judicial review in the High Court and Chief Supt Sheridan said that the investigation was ongoing when she made her decision.
Mr McConville said he recalled that the discussion “went from amicable to explosive” when Mr Smyth arrived. Mr Smyth told the court that he is registered to provide an ambulance service and can use a blue light in certain circumstances.The court also heard from a couple, Jay Ayton and Elaine Kelly, who outlined an incident with Mr Smyth at the veterinary practice on December 7th, 2021 after Ms Kelly’s dog, Bailey, was treated.
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