As you will be aware, under the Garda Síochána Act 2005 (as amended), the Garda Commissioner is responsible for the management and administration of An Garda Síochána, including the enforcement of road traffic legislation. As Minister for Justice, I have no direct role in these matters.
I am informed by the Garda authorities that 11,409 vehicles were seized for having no road tax in 2023. Please be advised that this total is operational and may be subject to change.
I am advised that a Fixed Charge Notice (FCN) can be issued for a vehicle where the tax is expired or no tax disc is displayed.
I am further advised that the vehicle can be seized under Section 41 Road Traffic Act if the tax has expired for 2 months or over.