Gun law: Property defender must behave reasonably

Gun law: You cannot obtain a firearm in Ireland for personal protection

The Constitution declares that the State will vindicate the property rights of every citizen, writes Karen Walsh.

Article 40.5 of the Constitution provides that: “The dwelling of every citizen is inviolable, and shall not be forcibly entered save in accordance with law.”

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