Motorists accused of dodging M50 tolls received fines totalling almost €300,000 at Dublin District Court on Monday. A total of 26 individuals were at the receiving end of fines ranging from €3,000 to €16,000 handed down by Judge John Brennan. On top of the fines, which added up to €297,000, each defendant was ordered to pay €750 in prosecution costs. Goods vehicle owner Edward Corcoran from Kishogue Park, Lucan, Dublin was also fined a total of €16,000. Motorists have 14 days from the date of issue to pay for the journey and the initial penalty; otherwise a further penalty of €41 is applied.

Source: The Irish Times January 22, 2018 20:48 UTC